Wikki Tourists Thrash Yobe Desert Stars, Barau FC Defeat Doma United To Earn NPFL Spots
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By Sportsgister
Wikki Tourists and Barau FC have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after impressive performances in the Nigeria National League (NNL) playoffs.
Wikki Tourists thrashed Yobe Desert Stars 4-0 in their final group game, while Barau FC defeated Doma United 2-0.
Abdu Maikaba’s side tops Conference A with five points, setting up a final showdown with the first-place team in Conference B.
Wonderson Yakubu grabbed a hat-trick for Wikki Tourists, while Hassan netted the third goal in their 4-0 win.
Barau FC’s 2-0 victory over Doma United marks a historic moment for the Kano-based club, as they secure their first-ever promotion to the Nigerian top-flight.
Usman Maidubji and Shammasu Muhd scored the goals that sealed their promotion.
Both Wikki Tourists and Barau FC will join the NPFL for the upcoming season, with Wikki Tourists looking to win the championship title. The final match will determine the champion of the 2024/25 NNL season.
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