Heartland Blast NNL Over Fixture Snub as Promotion Dream Dies

Heartland publicly criticised the Nigeria National League after their request to move last weekend’s away match against Edel FC in Awka was refused. A goalless draw on Saturday ended the four-time champions’ hopes of returning to the top flight. The club argued they needed rest after travelling from Lagos for a midweek clash with Inter Lagos. They pointed out that the league later rescheduled Inter Lagos’ next fixture to Monday, while Heartland had to play just 48 hours after their return. NNL Executive Chairman George Aluo defended the decision. He explained that the Awka City Stadium was unavailable on Sunday due to a prior booking by the Anambra State Government.

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