The official announcement of the rescheduled Rivers United FC’s outstanding fixtures has been made by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), following the club’s exit from the CAF Champions League.
In a circular released on Wednesday, dated 11th of February 2026 and signed by Davidson Owumi, who is currently the NPFL Chief Operating Officer, the league body informed the affected clubs that the backlog of matches involving Rivers United has now been cleared for new dates to ensure a smooth continuation of the 2025/26 NPFL season.
According to the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL), the adjustments were necessary to maintain competitive balance and allow Rivers United to fully reintegrate into domestic action after their continental campaign.
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Rescheduled Rivers United Fixtures
Matchday 22:
Kwara United vs Rivers United
Old date: 25 January 2026
New date: Wednesday, 18 February 2026
Venue: Ilorin
Matchday 25:
Rivers United vs Barau FC
Old date: 8 February 2026
New date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Venue: Port Harcourt
Matchday 23:
Rivers United vs Elkanemi Warriors
Old date: 28 January 2026
New date: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Venue: Port Harcourt
Matchday 24:
Shooting Stars vs Rivers United
Old date: 1 February 2026
New date: Thursday, 12 March 2026
Venue: Abeokuta
Matchday 26:
Niger Tornadoes vs Rivers United
Old date: 15 February 2026
New date: Thursday, 19 March 2026
Venue: Lafia
At the moment, all concerned clubs, match officials and state football associations have been urged by the Nigerian Premier Football League management to ensure adequate logistics are put in place for hitch-free fixtures.
The Port Harcourt based side is now expected to face a congested run of league games as they seek to re focus their attention on the NPFL table following their continental disappointment.
