The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has deducted three points and three goals from Kano Pillars following a pitch invasion by fans at the Sani Abacha Stadium during a Matchday 8 fixture against Shooting Stars on Sunday. In a statement issued on Monday, the league body announced the closure of the Sani Abacha Stadium [ ]
Monday 13 October 2025
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Pitch Invasion: NPFL Fines Kano Pillars FC N9.5m, Deducts 3 Points, 3 Goals
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