Wikki Tourists Football Club has commenced their 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Plateau United. The match, played at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi, was decided by a 40th-minute penalty converted by Lewis Addong.
The day-one fixture was intensely contested, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. However, the second half ended goalless, as the teams engaged in a fierce midfield battle. Despite the narrow victory margin, Wikki Tourists secured three crucial points to kick-start their NPFL campaign.
Plateau United’s head coach, Oluwasola Adegun, expressed disappointment with the outcome, acknowledging that his team had failed to capitalize on their chances in the first half. He commended Wikki Tourists for their excellent performance, emphasizing the need for his team to improve in upcoming matches. The captain of Plateau United, Albert Hillary, also acknowledged the intensity of the game, expressing optimism about his team’s prospects in their next outing.
In contrast, Wikki Tourists’ Technical Adviser, Abdul Maikaba, was satisfied with his team’s performance, highlighting their resilience despite joining the league late. The team’s captain, Yusuf Mohammed, was ecstatic about the victory, attributing it to divine intervention and promising to deliver even better results in future matches.
The win marks a significant start for Wikki Tourists in the NPFL, while Plateau United will seek to bounce back in their next game. The Nigeria Premier Football League is one of the most competitive sporting leagues in Africa, attracting a large following and intense media attention. As the season progresses, both teams will face stiff competition from other contenders, making every point crucial in the quest for the championship title. With this opening victory, Wikki Tourists has set a positive tone for their campaign, and their upcoming matches will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike.
