Plateau United continue their Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign with a rescheduled away clash against Kwara United at the Kwara State Stadium in Ilorin on Thursday, 2 October, kick-off 4:00PM (WAT). The Peace Boys travel with renewed confidence after securing back-to-back home victories over Remo Stars (2-0) and Elkanemi Warriors (1-0), results that have lifted them off the bottom of the table. Kwara United, meanwhile, return to domestic action after their CAF Confederation Cup exit and will be keen to respond in front of their home supporters.

Plateau United – Confidence Restored

The wins in Jos have steadied Plateau United after a shaky start, but Head Coach Oluwasola Adegun insists his side must now prove themselves away from home.

“The two home wins have given us confidence, but this is a completely different challenge. Kwara will be aggressive after their disappointment in continental football, so we must be fully prepared,” Adegun said.

The coach also confirmed that Joshua Dabo
and Jonathan Davou are back from injury, giving the squad extra depth as they
prepare for three fixtures in a busy week. He further praised the support of
Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, whose intervention has boosted the team both
morally and financially.

 

“We are incredibly grateful for the
Governor’s support. His visit after our defeats lifted the players’ spirit, and
his backing has also made it possible for us to travel by flight for the first
time in our history. He has done his part, now we must do ours by working hard
and delivering results.”

Kwara United – Looking to Bounce Back

For Kwara United, the focus shifts fully to the NPFL after their 5–3 aggregate defeat in the CAF Confederation Cup. Despite the setback, the Harmony Boys remain dangerous at home and will look to turn their disappointment into motivation. A win on Thursday could see them leapfrog Plateau United in the standings.

 

Recent Head-to-Head

06 Apr 2025 – Plateau United 0-0 Kwara United

17 Nov 2024 – Kwara United 2-0 Plateau United

08 Jun 2024 – Plateau United 2-0 Kwara United

Recent meetings have been evenly balanced, with both clubs protecting home advantage.

 

Storyline to Watch

This fixture also marks a historic moment for Plateau United, who will travel by air for the first time in their domestic league history thanks to the backing of Governor Mutfwang. His support, combined with the ongoing remodeling of the Rwang Pam Stadium, has injected fresh belief into the squad. With both clubs sitting close on the table, Thursday’s clash is about more than points- it is about momentum, pride, and setting the tone for the weeks ahead.

 

 

Coverage

📱 Live streaming: NPFL Live App

📝 Minute-by-minute updates: Plateau United official Facebook & X

🎥 Highlights: Post-game on Plateau United’s official YouTube channel