Nigeria, Aug. 22 -- The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season kicks off this Friday with a heavyweight showdown at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta as Rivers United battle against defending champions Remo Stars.

Rivers United's Technical Manager, Finidi George, faced the press ahead of the clash, expressing optimism about his side's preparations, the freshness in his squad, and the chance to test themselves immediately against the league's best.

The Pride of Rivers, who finished seven points in second behind the champions last season, are determined to stake an early claim for the NPFL title, and Finidi insists his young, hungry side can use a visit to the champions' temporary home in Abeokuta as a springboard.

Finidi w...