Kano Pillars vs Enyimba: Match Preview and Head-to-Head Analysis

The stage is set for an electrifying NPFL Week 14 clash between Kano Pillars and Enyimba, as both teams prepare to face off tomorrow at the Zobia Stadium in Kano. This match brings two of Nigeria's most celebrated football clubs together in a contest that promises intense action and thrilling moments.

Club Histories and Key Figures

Founded:

• Kano Pillars: 1990 (35 years ago)

• Enyimba: 1976 (49 years ago)

Club Chairmen:

• Kano Pillars: Ali Muhammad

• Enyimba: Kanu Nwankwo

Coaches:

• Kano Pillars: Usman Abd'Allah

• Enyimba: Stanley Eguma

Notable Players (2025):

• Kano Pillars: Ahmed Musa

• Enyimba: Brown Ideye

League Titles

• Kano Pillars: 4 titles (2007–08, 2011–12, 2013, 2014)

• Enyimba: 9 titles (2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009–10, 2015, 2019, 2023)

Last League Win:

• Kano Pillars: 2014 (11 years ago)

• Enyimba: 2023 (2 years ago)

Current Standings

• Kano Pillars: 9th position, 25 points

• Enyimba: 7th position, 27 points

Head-to-Head Record

In their 29 previous encounters:

• Kano Pillars: 12 wins

• Enyimba: 13 wins

• Draws: 4

• Average Goals Per Match: 2.55

Lats 8 Matches between Kano Pillars vs Enyimba 

• 3 Apr 2024 Enyimba 5-0 Kano Pillars

• 12 Nov 2023 Kano Pillars 1-0 Enyimba

• 21 Apr 2022 Enyimba 4- 0 Kano Pillars

• 2 Jan 2022 Kano Pillars 2-0 Enyimba

• 6 Jun 2021 Kano Pillars 2-1 Enyimba

• 17 Jan 2021 Enyimba 2-1 Kano Pillars

• 7 Jun 2019 Kano Pillars 2-0 Enyimba

• 18 Feb 2018 Kano Pillars 1-1 Enyimba

Recent Form

Kano Pillars (Last 6 Matches):

• Wins: 2

• Draws: 1

• Losses: 3

• Goals Scored: 5

• Goals Conceded: 7

Enyimba (Last 6 Matches):

• Wins: 2

• Draws: 3

• Losses: 1

• Goals Scored: 8

• Goals Conceded: 6

Comparative Statistics (2025 Season)

Goals Per Game:

• Kano Pillars: 1.17

• Enyimba: 0.96

Goals Conceded Per Game:

• Kano Pillars: 1.22

• Enyimba: 0.88

Clean Sheets:

• Kano Pillars: 4 (22%)

• Enyimba: 10 (40%)

Match Outlook

Both teams are vying for crucial points as the league approaches its midpoint. While Kano Pillars boast a stronger home record, Enyimba’s defensive resilience and recent CAF Confederation Cup experience could give them an edge. Fans can expect a fiercely competitive match as these two rivals battle for supremacy.

Will Kano Pillars capitalize on their home advantage, or will Enyimba's recent form tilt the scales in their favor? The answer awaits in Kano.