Kano Pillars captain, Rabiu Ali, has hinted that the team’s aim is to kick-start the Nigeria Premier Football League campaign on a positive note.

The Sai Masu Gida will lock horns against Sunshine Stars in their matchday one fixture of the NPFL at the Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure, today at 4pm.

The NPFL veteran said a positive start will boost the players moral ahead of their northern derby against Katsina United on matchday two.

“We are ready for the encounter because we want start the season on a good note,” Ali told the club’s media.

“Getting something in the encounter will boost our moral ahead of the week two encounter against katsina United Fc next week at Sani Abacha Stadium kofar mata Kano.”