Last updated : 12/08/2023 22:42:21
Introduction
Niger Tornadoes are a Grassroots football team made up of 1 team members.
The team is from Ilorin, Nigeria.
Niger Tornadoes started using TeamStats in December 2022.
Team Details
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Niger Tornadoes Football Club
Niger Tornadoes Football Club is a Nigerian professional football club based in Minna, Niger State. They currently play in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL). The club was founded in 1972 and their home stadium is Bako Kontagora Stadium.
History
- Niger Tornadoes were founded in 1972 by the then military governor of Niger State, Colonel David Mark.
- The club won their first NPFL title in 1984.
- They have also won the Nigerian FA Cup twice, in 1985 and 1990.
- Niger Tornadoes were relegated from the NPFL in 2012, but they were promoted back to the top flight in 2015.
Current squad
- The current Niger Tornadoes squad includes the following players:
- Goalkeepers: Mustapha Azeez, Abdullahi Ibrahim, and Abiodun Akande.
- Defenders: Kingsley Udoh, Abdulrahman Muhammad, and Musa Mohammed.
- Midfielders: Mustapha Esenwa, Rabiu Ali, and Mustapha Yahaya.
- Forwards: Sibi Gwar, Mustapha Kodili, and Bala Mohammed.
Recent seasons
- Niger Tornadoes finished 11th in the NPFL in 2021/22 season.
- They were knocked out of the Nigerian FA Cup in the Round of 16 in 2021/22 season.
Sources
- https://www.teamstats.net
- https://www.teamstats.net
- https://www.teamstats.net
