After months of fierce competition in Nigeria’s second-tier football league, the road to the top flight narrows down to one city: Asaba, the Delta State capital. The Nigeria National League (NNL) has officially announced that the much-anticipated Super 8 playoff will be hosted at the Stephen Keshi Stadium from July 5 to 12, 2025.
This elite tournament marks the climax of the 2024/2025 NNL season and will determine the four teams promoted to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), as well as crown the eventual league champion.
The eight qualified teams gearing up for the showdown in Asaba include:
- Warri Wolves (South-South)
- Osun United (South-West)
- Crown FC (South-West)
- Kun Khalifa FC of Owerri (South-East)
- Wikki Tourists of Bauchi (North-East)
- Yobe Desert Stars (North-East)
- Doma United FC of Gombe (North-East)
- Barau FC of Kano (North-West)
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In a statement released by the NNL board, the league praised Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his unwavering commitment to sports development and for granting approval to host the prestigious tournament.
“We are happy to announce that the sports-loving Governor of Delta State, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has given approval for the hosting of the NNL Super 8 in Asaba. We’re grateful for this kind gesture, which further cements Delta’s reputation as a leading sporting hub in Nigeria,” the statement read.
The NNL Chairman, Mr George Aluo, assured fans and stakeholders that the Super 8 will deliver top-tier excitement and football artistry. He emphasized that all logistics will be well-managed in collaboration with the host state to ensure a seamless tournament.
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“There will be no dull moment throughout the Super 8. These eight teams have shown they are ready for the big stage. Fans should expect thrilling matches that will ultimately reveal the next wave of clubs heading into the NPFL,” Aluo stated.
As Asaba prepares to host Nigeria’s brightest rising clubs, football fans across the country will be watching closely. The stakes are high. The passion is real. And for the eight teams, only four will rise.
