Remo Stars will begin a new chapter in their Nigeria Premier Football League campaign this Sunday. They host Abia Warriors in Akure in one of matchday 26’s standout fixtures. The defending champions face unusual pressure as they fight to avoid relegation trouble.
After 25 matches, Remo Stars sit 19th on the league table with 26 points. They have won only one of their last nine games. Abia Warriors, fifth with 39 points, arrive seeking to end a four-match winless run. Last weekend, Abia drew 0-0 with Enugu Rangers at Enyimba Stadium in Aba.
The reverse fixture saw Abia Warriors defeat Remo Stars 2-0 at Umuahia Township Stadium. Both clubs have shared victories in their last five meetings. Remo Stars now focus on stability amid a season marked by constant relocations. Akure is their fifth home venue this season due to disruptions.
The first half of the campaign was played in Abeokuta during renovations at Ikenne Stadium. Returning to Ikenne, they edged Ikorodu City 1-0, but crowd disturbances prompted disciplinary actions. A home ban forced a move to Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan. Pitch conditions caused further relocation to Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin.
Concerns over logistics and safety prompted a final move to Akure, where they will complete three home matches. Sunday’s clash against Abia Warriors kicks off a sequence including games against Katsina United and Nasarawa United. Remo Stars will return to Ikenne to host Kwara United, Shooting Stars, Niger Tornadoes, and Bayelsa United.
This period represents a pivotal stage as Remo Stars seek points, stability, and resurgence in a challenging season.
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