Rivers United FC is a professional football club based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Currently competing in Professional Football League, they play their home matches at the iconic Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. The team has built a formidable reputation both domestically and in continental competitions. Follow Rivers United FC on FotLive for real-time scores, team stats, and transfer news.
Providing the cutting edge in attack, Samson Obi has been the primary source of goals for Rivers United FC, leading the team's scoring charts with 9 goals so far this season
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enugu Rangers | 38 | 19 | 11 | 8 | +20 | 68 |
| 2 | Rivers United FC | 38 | 19 | 10 | 9 | +13 | 67 |
| 3 | Shooting Stars | 38 | 18 | 6 | 14 | +1 | 60 |
| 4 | Ikorodu City | 38 | 16 | 10 | 12 | +4 | 58 |
| 5 | Bendel Insurance | 38 | 14 | 14 | 10 | +6 | 56 |
| 6 | Nasarawa United | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | +3 | 56 |
| 7 | Abia Warriors | 38 | 16 | 7 | 15 | -3 | 55 |
| 8 | Barau | 38 | 13 | 13 | 12 | +4 | 52 |
| 9 | Katsina United | 38 | 14 | 10 | 14 | -3 | 52 |
| 10 | Plateau United | 38 | 15 | 5 | 18 | -1 | 50 |
| 11 | Kwara United | 38 | 13 | 11 | 14 | -1 | 50 |
| 12 | Enyimba | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | +2 | 49 |
| 13 | Kun Khalifat | 37 | 13 | 10 | 14 | +2 | 49 |
| 14 | Warri Wolves FC | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | -5 | 49 |
| 15 | Niger Tornadoes | 38 | 13 | 9 | 16 | +1 | 48 |
| 16 | Kano Pillars | 38 | 15 | 6 | 17 | -5 | 48 |
| 17 | Remo Stars | 38 | 14 | 5 | 19 | -5 | 47 |
| 18 | El Kanemi Warriors | 37 | 12 | 8 | 17 | -19 | 44 |
| 19 | Bayelsa United | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | -5 | 43 |
| 20 | Wikki Tourist | 38 | 9 | 13 | 16 | -12 | 40 |
The active squad for Rivers United FC consists of the following player roster classified by positions:
Goalkeepers: Ani Ozoemena (Nigeria)
Defenders: David Sholumade (Nigeria), Effimi Nsi Edim (Nigeria), Isaac Annor (Nigeria)
Midfielders: Abdoulaye Kanoute, Akuneto Chijioke, Alex Oyowah, Ali Chiwendu, Anthony Omaka (Nigeria), Ayo Saka, Babatunde Bello (Nigeria), Bamba Bakari, Bernard Kouassi, Bolaji Sakin, Christian Weli, Daniel Israel, Douglas Iyowuna (Nigeria), Echeta Deputy, Efosa Eguakun, Emeka Atuloma, Emmanuel Nnaji (Nigeria), Finidi George (Nigeria), Frederick Obomate, Godbless Asamoah, Guy Kuemian, Handsome Surveyor (Nigeria), Ibrahim Pius (Nigeria), John Noble (Nigeria), John Odumegwu, John Ubong Friday (Nigeria), Kabir Abdullahi, Konan N'gouan, Lukman Mohammed, Mark Gibson, Mohammed Shiraz, Muyiwa Fehintola, Naibe Akpesiri
Forwards: Aniekeme Okon (Nigeria), Maclyn Biokpo Jenewari (Nigeria), Mbaoma Chijioke (Nigeria)
Finidi George is the current head coach of Rivers United FC. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 42% win rate across 0 matches, averaging 1.60 points per game.
Rivers United FC hosts their home matches at the historic Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium located in Port Harcourt. The stadium has a total seating capacity of 37,994 spectators, generating a vibrant home atmosphere during matchdays.
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