Tarabina Birewibo
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth name | Tarabina Biweribo Princewill | ||
| Date of birth | March 11, 2003 | ||
| Place of birth | Nigeria | ||
| Positions | |||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Plateau United | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Dynamic Soccer Academy | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2021–2025 | Bayelsa United | ||
| 2025– | Plateau United | — | (—) |
| International career | |||
| — | Nigeria U-23 (provisional) | ||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Tarabina Biweribo Princewill (born 11 March 2003) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Plateau United in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). He joined Plateau United from Bayelsa United where he spent four seasons on a one-year contract on 1 July 2025. Known for his composure, tactical intelligence, and versatility, he is capable of playing both as a centre-back and a left-back.
Early life and youth career
Princewill was born in Nigeria and began his football career at Dynamic Soccer Academy in Opokuma, Bayelsa State. His performances at youth level drew attention for his defensive awareness and leadership qualities, leading to interest from several Nigerian professional clubs.
Club career
Bayelsa United (2021–2025)
Princewill joined Bayelsa United on 13 June 2021 from Dynamic Soccer Academy. Over four seasons, he became a consistent figure in the team's defence, known for his calmness under pressure and ability to read the game.
During the 2023–24 NPFL season, he was voted Bayelsa United Player of the Season, securing 72 percent of fan votes.[1] He also captained the side in his final season before transferring to Plateau United in August 2025.[2]
Plateau United (2025–present)
In August 2025, Princewill joined Plateau United on a season-long loan from Grassrunner FC.[1] He made an immediate impact, scoring the opening goal in Plateau United's 2–0 victory over defending champions Remo Stars on Matchday 1 of the 2025–26 NPFL season.[3] His performance was praised across major Nigerian sports media outlets for its composure and defensive stability.[4][5]
Princewill continued to feature prominently for Plateau United throughout the early part of the campaign, helping the team record key wins — including a notable away victory over Remo Stars.[6]
Style of play
Princewill is primarily a centre-back, though he can operate as a left-back. He is known for his positional awareness, clean tackling, aerial strength, and calmness in possession. Coaches have described him as a disciplined and reliable defender with strong leadership qualities and organizational ability.[1][7]
References
- 1 2 3 Adesanya, Taiwo (2024-07-11). "Biweribo wins Bayelsa United's Player of the Season award". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-10-08.
- ↑ Adesanya, Taiwo (2025-08-02). "NPFL: Biweribo leaves Bayelsa United for Plateau United". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-10-08.
- ↑ Eludini, Tunde (2025-09-14). "NPFL Roundup: Plateau United, Kun Khalifat secure first wins as Enyimba go top". Premium Times. ISSN 2360-7688. Retrieved 2025-10-08.
- ↑ Liadi, Tunde (2025-09-15). "NPFL Enyimba hit top as big guns claim first wins". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-10-08.
- ↑ Areo, Samuel (2025-09-14). "NPFL: First wins for Ikorodu City and Plateau United". ACLSports. Retrieved 2025-10-08.
- ↑ HUsiayo (2025-09-14). "NPFL Matchday 4results". Retrieved 2025-10-08.
- ↑ Ibeh, Ifeanyi (2024-11-04). "Young defender Princewill Tarabina stands out in NPFL season". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-10-08.
8. https://dailypost.ng/2025/08/02/npfl-biweribo-leaves-bayelsa-united-for-plateau-united/