Local Clubs and Academies - Football In Nigeria

Rising Stars League Hosts Ultimate Skills Challenge at Bwari Stadium

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 29, 2024

The Rising Stars Football League held its first-ever Ultimate Skills Challenge on July 24, 2024, at Bwari Stadium, offering an exhilarating showcase of youth empowerment and athletic talent. This groundbreaking event featured 22 standout players from the recent league season, all competing for substantial cash prizes. In contrast to previous years, where random fans participated, […]

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Governor Alex Otti Donates 32 Seater Bus to Abia Warriors FC

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 23, 2024

Abia Warriors Football Club has received a significant boost with the donation of a brand new 32 seater Coaster bus from the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti. This comes as a fulfilment of the promise made by Governor Otti during a reception held to honour the team, which finished as runners

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Beyond Limits Reach Second Straight Final with Arierhi’ Stunning Strike

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 22, 2024

In a thrilling semi final at the 12th edition of the Optima Energy Gold Cup 2024, Beyond Limits Academy secured their place in the final for the second consecutive year with a 1-0 victory over FC Ebedei. The closely contested Ogun State derby, held at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, was decided by a

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NANPF/CFF Community Football Cup Set to Debut in 17 States

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 22, 2024

The National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers NANPF and the Community Football Development Initiative CFF are set to debut the NANPF/CFF Community Cup Football Tournament in 17 states across Nigeria. The tournament aims to foster football culture at the grassroots level and promote the establishment of community owned football clubs at the local government level.

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FC Ebedei stuns Ikorodu City with narrow win in Optima Energy Gold Cup

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 18, 2024

In a fiercely contested match, FC Ebedei secured a narrow 1-0 victory over newly promoted Nigeria Premier Football League side Ikorodu City in the ongoing Optima Energy Gold Cup preseason tournament. The match, held at the FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu, saw both teams creating numerous opportunities in an end to end battle. FC Ebedei

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Ogun State Ready for CAF We’re Always a Good Host – Majekodunmi

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 17, 2024

Ogun State is gearing up for a monumental football weekend, as it prepares to host two major CAF competitions at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association and executive member of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, has invited all football enthusiasts to come out in large

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Katsina SWAN Commends Junior Dan’buram Daura FC for NNL Promotion

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 16, 2024

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN in Katsina has expressed warm congratulations to Junior Danburam Daura Football Club on their promotion to the Nigeria National League NNL. Nasir Sani Gide, Chairman of Katsina SWAN, praised the club’s excellent performance, which earned them a place in Nigeria’s second tier football league. In a statement to

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Thrilling Draw Kicks Off 7th Buhari Football Tournament in Daura

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 13, 2024

The 7th Edition of the Buhari Football Tournament kicked off with a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Umar Faruq Township Stadium in Daura. Despite the rainy weather, hundreds of enthusiastic football fans gathered to witness the exciting opening match between Musa Haro Football Academy and FC Barcelona Daura. The game started with high energy, and

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Sporting Lagos Skipper Egoonu Vows to Lead Team Back to NPFL Glory

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 11, 2024

Sporting Lagos captain Egoonu Patrick has expressed his unwavering commitment to leading the team back to the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL after a challenging season that saw them relegated to the Nigeria National League NNL. Reflecting on the past season, Patrick acknowledged the difficulties but emphasized the lessons learned and the team’s resolve to

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1XBET Cup 2024 Sponsor Praised as Ahmed Adewuyi Finds New Motivation

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / August 9, 2024

Ahmed Adewuyi, a standout player for Gunners Link FC, has hailed the ongoing 1XBet Cup 2024 in Lagos as a significant platform that has fueled his aspirations as a footballer. With over 20 community clubs participating in the event, Adewuyi expressed his gratitude towards the tournament sponsor, 1XBet, for the opportunities they are providing. After

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