The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) serves up an intriguing mid-table clash as Remo Stars prepare to host Wikki Tourists on October 6, 2025, at their home ground in Ikenne. As the season begins to take shape, both sides will be looking to solidify their positions and build momentum. Can Remo Stars leverage their formidable home advantage, or will Wikki Tourists spring a surprise on the road? The stakes are high, with every point crucial in the tightly contested NPFL standings.
Head-to-Head
Historically, matches between Remo Stars and Wikki Tourists have been closely fought encounters. Over a total of six previous meetings, Remo Stars hold a slight edge with three wins to their name. Wikki Tourists have secured two victories, while one match ended in a draw.
Recent Results:
- May 1, 2022: Remo Stars 1 – 0 Wikki Tourists
- January 16, 2022: Wikki Tourists (score unclear) Remo Stars (score unclear).
- April 7, 2019: Wikki Tourists defeated Remo Stars
- March 3, 2019: Remo Stars drew with Wikki Tourists
- August 20, 2017: Wikki Tourists defeated Remo Stars
The last encounter in May 2022 saw Remo Stars clinch a narrow 1-0 victory at home, suggesting they often find an extra gear when playing in front of their fans against this opponent.
Current Form & Team News
Remo Stars
Remo Stars have experienced a mixed bag of results in their last five outings across all competitions, showcasing a W-W-L-W-L record. Their most recent NPFL fixture saw them fall 2-0 to Abia Warriors on October 2, 2025. Prior to that, they secured a resounding 4-0 victory in the CAF Champions League against US Zilimadjou on September 26, 2025, but suffered another 2-0 league defeat against Plateau United on September 19, 2025. Despite these mixed results, Remo Stars boast an impressive home record, having gone 10 consecutive home matches without a defeat.
Team News:
A significant blow for Remo Stars is the ongoing absence of striker Victor Mbaoma, who has been sidelined since August 22, 2025, with a rib injury and is expected to miss up to a month of action. His return date remains uncertain. In his absence, Samson Olasupo has stepped up, leading the scoring chart for Remo Stars with two goals, while Ibrahim Abubakar also has one goal to his name.
Wikki Tourists
Wikki Tourists currently sit 9th in the NPFL standings, one spot above Remo Stars, with eight points from six games (2 wins, 2 draws, 2 defeats). Their most recent match, played on September 28, 2025, ended in a 2-2 draw against Enugu Rangers International. Earlier, around September 25-26, 2025, they suffered a 1-0 loss to Katsina United. Wikki Tourists will be looking to improve their away form, as they have struggled to convert draws into wins on the road.
Team News:
While specific current injury concerns for Wikki Tourists are not widely reported for this fixture, their captain, Idris Mohammed Guda, was previously sidelined in January 2024 with a leg injury. However, this is unlikely to affect the current match. Key players to watch for Wikki Tourists include Jephtaph Mairiga, who has netted two goals, and Ahmad Lamido and Klinshak Longbak, each with one goal this season.
Tactical Preview
The NPFL is renowned for its competitive nature, with teams often employing a cautious approach in away games, aiming primarily for a draw before unleashing their attacking prowess at home. However, there’s a growing trend towards more attacking football, even on the road.
Remo Stars, under coach Tiago Conde, have cultivated a culture of discipline and tactical focus. Playing at home, they are likely to adopt an offensive strategy, aiming to dominate possession and exploit the flanks. Their defensive solidity at home, marked by a 10-match unbeaten run, suggests they are difficult to break down. The absence of Victor Mbaoma might see them rely more on the creative output from midfield and the finishing of Samson Olasupo.
Wikki Tourists, on the other hand, will likely be pragmatic. While they have shown some attacking intent this season, their away strategy might be more conservative, focusing on disciplined defending and looking for opportunities on the counter-attack, possibly through the pace of players like Jephtaph Mairiga. The physical nature of Nigerian football, coupled with potentially uneven pitch conditions and travel fatigue, could lead to a midfield battle where tackles fly and possession is fiercely contested. Given it’s October, the tail end of the rainy season, pitches could be soft, which might affect passing fluidity and favor a more direct style of play.
