Finidi reacts to Rivers United’s CAF Champions League draw
Rivers United head coach Finidi George has expressed confidence after the club was paired against Côte d’Ivoire’s FC San Pedro in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Champions League, describing the draw as favourable while cautioning that no opponent should be underestimated.The Pride of Rivers learned their continental opponents during Thursday’s CAF Champions […]
Rivers United and Enugu Rangers get tough CAF Champions League draws
Enugu Rangers and Rivers United have been handed challenging paths in the preliminary rounds of the 2026/27 CAF Champions League following the draw conducted in Cairo, Egypt.The draw paired reigning Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Enugu Rangers with Benin Republic’s SOBEMAP in the opening preliminary round, while runners-up Rivers United will take on FC […]
Rivers United Confirm Participation in ValueJet26 Cup
Rivers United Football Club have confirmed their participation in the 2026 edition of the ValueJet Cup, a prestigious pre-season football tournament scheduled to take place from August 9 to 16 at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State.The Port Harcourt-based side will use the competition as part of their preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria […]
Rivers United Promote Academy Star Sotonye Samuel to Senior Team
Rivers United have continued their commitment to youth development by promoting promising youngster Sotonye Samuel from the club’s academy to the senior team ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.The promotion is seen as a reward for Samuel’s impressive performances with the Rivers United Academy, where he consistently demonstrated technical ability, discipline, […]
Rivers United Complete Signing of Midfielder Salman Abubakar from Enyimba
Rivers United have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with the signing of defensive midfielder Salman Abubakar from Enyimba FC.The Port Harcourt-based club secured the services of the combative midfielder as head coach Finidi George continues to reshape his team for the upcoming domestic campaign and the CAF […]
Rivers United and three NPFL clubs set for ₦136m influx after the new CAF rule
Four Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clubs are set to receive a major financial boost ahead of the 2026/27 continental campaign following a new funding initiative introduced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).Under the revised policy, every club eliminated in the preliminary rounds of the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup will receive […]
Rivers United Complete Signing of Emmanuel Utake from Nasarawa United
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have completed the signing of versatile midfielder Emmanuel Utake from Nasarawa United ahead of the 2026/27 season, bolstering their squad as preparations intensify for domestic and continental competitions.Utake, who is capable of playing as both a central midfielder and a defensive midfielder, joins the Port Harcourt club […]
Rivers United Complete the Signing of Ani Chigozie from Niger Tornadoes
Rivers United have reportedly completed the signing of highly-rated Midfielder Ani Chigozie from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Niger Tornadoes as the Port Harcourt club continues to strengthen its squad ahead of the new football season.The move is expected to bolster Rivers United’s Midfield options as the club prepares for both domestic and continental […]
Rivers United Beat Abia Warriors 2-0 in Pre-Season Friendly
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United recorded an impressive 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors in a pre-season friendly played at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba as preparations for the 2026/27 campaign gathered momentum.The Pride of Rivers produced a disciplined performance to overcome their fellow NPFL side, with new signing Wasiu Falolu opening […]
Rivers United Complete Signing of Clinton Ezekiel from Bayelsa United
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have strengthened their squad with the signing of promising midfielder Clinton Ezekiel from Bayelsa United for an undisclosed transfer fee ahead of the 2026/27 football season.The Port Harcourt-based club confirmed the acquisition as preparations intensify for both the new NPFL campaign and the CAF Champions League, where […]
Rivers United, Kano Pillars Bolster Squads Ahead of New NPFL Season
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clubs Kano Pillars and Rivers United have stepped up preparations for the 2026/27 season by strengthening their squads with key signings as they target domestic success and, in Rivers United’s case, a strong campaign in the CAF Champions League. The latest additions underline the determination of both clubs to improve […]
Rivers United Confirmed The Exit of the team’s playmaker, and goalscorer
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kano Pillars have completed the signing of experienced winger Ubong Friday ahead of the 2026/27 season as the club continues to reinforce its squad for a renewed push for domestic success. The former Rivers United player joins the Sai Masu Gida on a free transfer after the expiration of […]