NPFL Standings: Nail-biting relegation battle and golden boot showdown herald final day drama — Matchday 38 Preview

NPFL enters matchday 38.

NPFL Standings: Nail-biting relegation battle and golden boot showdown herald final day drama — Matchday 38 Preview

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 14:41 - 22.06.2024

All the key actions on the final matchday of the season at both ends of the NPFL Standings.

The Nigerian Premier Football League is headed for a heart-stopping finale as clubs FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL and strikers BATTLE FOR GLORY!

Pulse Sports Nigeria takes you through what you need to know heading into the final matchday of the season in the NPFL.

RELEGATION DOGFIGHT

Tech Boys in TURMOIL! Sporting Lagos were stunned at home by Plateau United in their penultimate home game of the season and now face a nightmare trip to red-hot Shooting Stars

Can they pull off a miracle and avoid the drop? Akwa United, Bayelsa United, and Niger Tornadoes also sweating it out! 

Sporting Lagos are condemned to win against Shooting Stars.
Sporting Lagos are condemned to win against Shooting Stars.

The most important question heading into the matchday on Sunday is, who will SLIP through the trapdoor?

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CHASE

Enyimba's title defence ended in tatters but can the People's Elephant snatch a Champions League spot?

Enyimba failed to defend their title but have the CAFCL to fight for.
Enyimba failed to defend their title but have the CAFCL to fight for. (Photo Credit: Enyimba/Facebook)

Remo Stars sitting pretty in second, but will they bottle it at the last hurdle at home in Ikenne?

Both big clubs are home, Enyimba host Plateau United while the Sky Blues welcome Katsina United.

Remo Stars were the biggest winners of NPFL matchday 36.
Remo Stars were the biggest winners of NPFL matchday 36. (Photo Credit: Remo/X)

GOLDEN BOOT THRILLER

It's Sikiru Alimi vs Mbaoma Chijioke in a GOAL-SCORING SHOOTOUT! Who will be crowned NPFL's deadliest marksman?

Remo Stars’ Alimi, Pulse Sports 30 number 21-ranked star, currently has 15 goals compared to Mbaoma’s 16.

Remo Stars' Alimi Sikiru and NPFL's second top scorer.
Remo Stars' Alimi Sikiru and NPFL's second top scorer. (Photo Credit: NPFL Tori/X)

Key Clashes

Shooting Stars vs Sporting Lagos: Relegation six-pointed or party-pooper for 3SC’s continental dreams?

Enyimba vs Plateau United: Can the fallen champions salvage their season with a ticket to the CAFCL?

Enugu Rangers have wrapped up the season.
Enugu Rangers have wrapped up the season.

Remo Stars vs Katsina United: Will the Sky Blues wave the ride into the Champions League?

With Champions League spots, relegation fears, and individual glory ALL on the line, this NPFL finale promises to be an ABSOLUTE ROLLERCOASTER!

Who will be left standing when the dust settles? DON'T BLINK – you won't want to miss a SINGLE SECOND of this drama-packed conclusion to the season!

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