"I plan to carry Pillars on my shoulder" - 23-year-old Nigerian star declares war ahead of new NPFL season
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Auwalu Ali Malam

"I plan to carry Pillars on my shoulder" - 23-year-old Nigerian star declares war ahead of new NPFL season

Hassan Abdulsalam 15:23 - 07.09.2024

Kano Pillars will begin her hunt for a fifth NPFL title when they host Ikorodu City on Sunday in Katsina.

As the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) season approaches, Kano Pillars star Auwalu Ali Malam has expressed his readiness to help his team achieve significant milestones.

Kano Pillars star Auwalu Ali Malam
Kano Pillars star Auwalu Ali Malam

The 23-year-old Nigerian star has been making waves in the elite league since he made his debut fo Kano Pillars where he began his professional football journey.

As a versatile attacker, Auwalu primarily operates as a left winger. He expressed his unwavering commitment to leading the team to victory when the team hosted newly promoted side Ikorodu City on Matchday one.

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"I plan to carry Pillars on my shoulder to win this weekend's game against Ikorodu FC," he told Pulse Sports.

Reflecting on the challenges posed by traditional powerhouses like Enyimba and Rangers, Auwalu exuded confidence, "I think every year Enyimba and Rangers give us challenges in their home games, but this year we're ready to beat them in their home by God's grace."

Kano Pillars star Auwalu Ali Malam
Kano Pillars star Auwalu Ali Malam

With a clear goal in mind, Auwalu expressed his aspiration to become a top goal scorer, "Kano Pillars will be in a good position, and Ali Malam will be in contention for the highest goal scorer by God's grace," he concluded.

Kano Pillars vs Ikorodu City FC

Kano Pillars, a renowned club in Nigerian football will face new NPFL side Ikorodu City at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina on Sunday.

Ikorodu City arrive the NPFL.

Kano Pillars last won the NPFL title a decade ago, yet they remain a prominent force in Nigerian football. This season, they have appointed experienced Usman Abdallah, who led Enyimba to the 2019 NPFL championship, to pursue their ambitions.

Meanwhile, Ikorodu City facing the four-time NPFL champions Kano Pillars will see the Oga Boys start the Journey on a big challenge.

With club legend Rabiu Ali still influential at 43 and Auwalu, along with new signings Zulkifilu Muhammed and Naibe Akpesiri, an exciting match is expected.

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