The 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has come to a close, and Niger Tornadoes have wrapped up their campaign with a mixed bag of results. In this article, we'll delve into the team's performance statistics as compiled by the NTFC media, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.
Matches and Results
Niger Tornadoes played a total of 38 matches, with 14 wins, 9 draws, and 15 losses. They secured 12 wins at home and only 2 away, while drawing 5 matches at home and 4 away. Unfortunately, they lost 2 matches at home and 13 away.
Goals For and Against
The team scored a total of 38 goals, with 26 coming at home and 12 away. However, they conceded 41 goals, with 12 at home and 29 away.
Points and Clean Sheets
Niger Tornadoes accumulated a total of 51 points, with 41 coming from home matches and 10 from away matches. They kept 16 clean sheets, with 12 at home and 4 away.
Biggest Win and Defeat
The team's biggest win came against Gombe United, with a resounding 5-0 victory. Unfortunately, their biggest defeat was a 4-1 loss to Akwa United.
Top Scorers
The top scorers for Niger Tornadoes were:
- Bashir Usman (12 goals, 4 penalties)
- Clinton Jephta (8 goals, no penalties)
- Akintunde Azeez (4 goals)
- Chidi Ernest (4 goals)
- Moh'd Hussaini (3 goals, 2 free kicks, 1 header)
- Ikenna Offor (2 goals)
- Yahuza Bala (2 goals)
- Nwani Ikechukwu (1 goal)
- Sadiq Isyaka (1 goal)
Disciplinary Record
Niger Tornadoes received a total of 44 yellow cards throughout the season.
In conclusion, Niger Tornadoes' 2023/2024 NPFL season was marked by some notable performances, but also significant challenges. While they demonstrated strength at home, their away form was a concern. The team's ability to score goals was matched by their vulnerability in defense. As the team looks to improve next season, they'll need to address these weaknesses and build on their strengths.
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