Mobi Oparaku Opens 2026/2027 NNL Season With Heartland vs Crown FC Draw

Mobi Patrick Oparaku, a prominent Owerri football figure, conducted the ceremonial kick-off for the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The event took place on November 1, 2026, at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, where Heartland FC and Crown FC played to a 2-2 draw.

The match, which started at 4pm, featured four goals scored by both teams, providing an engaging start to the new campaign. Sports247 reported the event as an exciting opening fixture for Conference A.

Oparaku’s involvement in the kick-off was historically significant due to his ties to Owerri and Heartland FC. He was born in Umunkwocha, Umuonyeche, within Owerri Municipal Council, Imo State, and began his professional career with Iwuanyanwu Nationale, now Heartland FC.