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Barau FC Arrives in Asaba, Aims for NPFL Promotion

By Muzammil Dalha Yola

Barau Football Club of Kano State has touched down in Asaba, Delta State, ahead of the highly anticipated Nigerian National League (NNL) Super Eight 2025 playoffs. The Maliya Boys are eager to secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2025/26 season.

According to a statement issued by the club's Media Officer, Ahmad Hamisu Gwale, Barau FC arrived in Asaba on Wednesday with a strong squad of 32 players, accompanied by over 15 officials and the coaching staff. The team is determined to work hard and deliver their best performance in the competition to secure a coveted spot in the NPFL.

The NNL Super Eight tournament is set to take place at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, Delta State, from July 5 to 12, 2025. Eight teams have qualified for the prestigious event, including Barau FC, Warri Wolves, Osun United, Crown FC, Kun Khalifa FC of Owerri, Wikki Tourists of Bauchi, Yobe Desert Stars, and Doma United of Gombe.

The competition will not only determine the four teams that will gain promotion to the NPFL for the 2025/26 season but also crown the overall winner of the 2024/25 NNL season. With the stage set and the stakes high, Barau FC is ready to put on a show and make their mark in the tournament.

As the team prepares to take on the best of the NNL, they are focused on delivering a strong performance and making their fans proud. With their sights set on NPFL promotion, Barau FC is determined to give it their all and make a lasting impression in the Super Eight tournament.

The NNL Super Eight playoffs promise to be an exciting and closely contested competition, with eight top-notch teams vying for a limited number of spots in the NPFL. Football fans in Nigeria and beyond are eagerly anticipating the tournament, which is set to showcase the best of Nigerian football talent.

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