2025/2026 NNL Match Day 5: Lobi Stars Eye Third Consecutive Home Victory Against Basira FC

Posted : 10 December 2025

Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi are determined to put behind them the narrow 0-1 loss to ABS in Ilorin last weekend as they focus on securing a third consecutive home victory in the high-octane regional derby against FC Basira of Lafia.

The Match Day 5 fixture of the Nigeria National League (NNL) is scheduled to take place at the club’s adopted home ground, Lafia City Stadium.

Though FC Basira, a Lafia-based side, may feel at home, Lobi Stars are no strangers to the venue, having used it as their adopted home for several years. Consequently, the former NPFL winners are expected to feel more comfortable than their rivals, neutralizing any territorial advantage.

The “Pride of Benue” have dismissed any notion that they are sharing home advantage with their visitors. The “Yes Father Boys” will enter the match with a strong sense of purpose and optimism, confident that Wednesday evening will mark a turning point in their campaign, despite Basira’s familiarity with the turf.

At the technical helm is Coach Abubakar Bala Mohammed, whose tactical acumen continues to shape Lobi Stars into a formidable side. He is poised to deploy a frontline built for speed, power, and clinical finishing in the derby clash.

Lobi Stars’ squad boasts motivated professionals, hungry young talents, and seasoned campaigners who understand the magnitude of the moment. Their unity, focus, and collective hunger could prove decisive in the mid-week fixture.

Club Chairman Simon Terver Ikya and his management team are ensuring that every detail, from player welfare to match logistics, is meticulously arranged to give the team the mental clarity and physical readiness needed for a high-intensity contest.

FC Basira, however, will not be pushovers. Led by Technical Adviser Aminu Musa, they will approach the match with renewed determination following a 2-2 home draw against Doma United last weekend. Playing in familiar surroundings, they aim to channel the energy of a home crowd into a performance fueled by belief and aggression.

As both teams pursue maximum points, all narratives at Lafia City Stadium will revolve around focus, consistency, and Lobi Stars’ strong home record this season. For Lobi Stars, this is more than just another fixture—it is a golden opportunity to assert dominance over their less-endowed opponents.

The match promises fire, finesse, and exceptional football artistry.

2025/2026 NNL Match Day 5: Lobi Stars Eye Third Consecutive Home Victory Against Basira FC

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