Local Clubs and Academies

Kolawole Oluwadolapo, a promising player from Ilupeju Ekiti in Ekiti State, dreams of playing for Real Madrid, inspired by his role models Luka Modric and Toni Kroos. After helping Ilupeju Ekiti Pillars FC secure a dramatic victory through a penalty shootout, Oluwadolapo expressed his gratitude to God for their success. The victory advances them to […]

The Nigeria National League NNL has announced the relegation of 12 clubs to the Nationwide League One NLO following the conclusion of the 2023/2024 season. The relegated teams are: Stormers FC Ekiti United FC 1472 FC FC ONE Rocket Giant Brillars FC Trade Safe FC NAF FC Abubakar Bukola Saraki FC EFCC FC Mailantarki Care

Kwara United has announced the release of 22 players ahead of the upcoming 2024/25 Nigerian Premier Football League NPFL season. General Manager Bashir Badawiy confirmed the departure of these players and revealed the recruitment of 23 top stars from the NPFL to bolster the squad. Among the new signings are Abayomi Samuel from 3SC, Jimi

TikiTaka Nigeria has advanced to the final of the Cup No. 1 in Denmark, showcasing impressive form with decisive victories in both the quarterfinal and semifinal matches of the invitational tournament. In the quarterfinal, striker Terfa Dennis scored his sixth goal of the tournament, leading TikiTaka to a 3-1 win over Algard FK of Norway.

Coach Barrister Ayo Julius, the head of Bariga FC, is gearing up to defend the team’s title at this year’s 1XBet Cup, scheduled to take place from July 15th to 19th. Known for his dedication to grassroots football, Coach Ayo is confident in his team’s ability to excel once again. Reflecting on the inaugural 1XBet

El Kanemi Warriors FC of Maiduguri has bolstered their squad in preparation for the CAF Confederation Cup and Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL by signing nine new players. Leading the new arrivals are strikers Moyere Oluwa Suleiman and Sunday Ajibola, who both played for Lobi Stars last season. They will be joined by former Sporting

The football community in Ekiti State is buzzing with excitement following the announcement of the third edition of the Professor Akin Oyebode Cup, an U15 football competition aimed at harnessing young talent in the region. This tournament, which has a history of producing exceptional players like Nigeria U17 star Muiz Oladimeji, Uche Chinonso, Olatunji Olamilekan,

Cup holders Abraysports will face NPFL All Stars in the final of the 2024 AMAPRO Football Championship. Abraysports secured their place in the final after a dramatic penalty shootout win against Dickalo FA in the first semifinal at the Kwara Football Academy KFA on Saturday. The match ended goalless, leading to a tense 7-6 victory

Former Nigerian international Ayisat Yusuf Aromire has officially launched her football academy, aimed at supporting and nurturing young girls in football. The Ayisat Yusuf Football Academy was unveiled by the President of Remo Stars, Kunle Soname, in Ikenne. Yusuf Aromire expressed her deep connection to the academy, emphasizing its focus on providing opportunities for the

The NLO U19 Youth League is set to begin on July 13, 2024, with matches taking place at 16 different venues across the Federation. This eagerly awaited tournament aims to provide young football talents with a platform to showcase their skills and potentially advance to higher levels in their football careers. Registration Requirements Clubs must