The 2026 NPFL preseason Invitational Tournament continued on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at the New Jos Stadium as Katsina United eliminated Elkanemi Warriors courtesy of a 2-0 win, www.aclsports.com reports.
Katsina United recorded an impressive 2–0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors, sealing their place in the next stage of the preseason tournament.
The Chanji Boys took control of the game early and were rewarded in the 14th minute, when Abdulrahman Garba found the back of the net to put Katsina United 1–0 ahead.
Garba continued his excellent performance and doubled Katsina United’s advantage in the 27th minute, completing his brace and giving his team a comfortable 2–0 lead.
El-Kanemi Warriors attempted to fight their way back into the match, but Katsina United held firm to protect their two-goal advantage until the final whistle.
The result means El-Kanemi Warriors suffered their second consecutive defeat in the tournament, having lost 1–0 to Mighty Jets on the opening day, and they have been knocked out of the competition.
Meanwhile, the other match that was supposed to be between Rangers International and Rivers United did not take place because the Pride of Rivers were absent and the Nigerian champions were awarded three goals and three points.
Action resumes on Friday with games involving Mighty Jets against Katsina United, while Plateau United v Rangers International will be the second game of the day at 4pm.
DAVID SIMON
Reporting from Jos, Nigeria
