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2024 NYML/NLO Youth League U19 Kano Centre Enters Day 2

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

As the 2024 Nationwide League NYML Kano State chapter enters its second day today, eight matches have already been played in the first round from Friday to Sunday. The competition, held in the ancient city of Kano, showcases talented young players. Notable performances include Haido from Kano Ambassadors, who scored three goals in a 5-2 […]

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Orimoloye Visits Newly Promoted NPFL Team Ikorodu City

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

Ahead of the new football season, Hon. Damilare Orimoloye, the Senior Special Assistant on Sports to the Lagos State Governor, visited the newly promoted NPFL side Ikorodu City at their training ground in Surulere, Lagos. Orimoloye, who is also a board member of the Lagos State Football Association, expressed his commitment to fostering the growth

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FG Praises Diri’s Commitment to Sports as Bayelsa Tournament Ends

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / July 21, 2024

The Federal Government has praised Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, for his significant contributions to developing sports in Nigeria. The commendation was given by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, during the finals of the 6th edition of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, also known as the Prosperity Cup, held at the

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Kolawole Oluwadolapo Dreams Big from Ilupeju Ekiti to Real Madrid

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / July 19, 2024

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

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Nigeria National League NNL Relegates 12 Clubs to NLO

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

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

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Kwara United Lays Off 22, Recruits Top Class Talent for New Season

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

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

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TikiTaka Nigeria Cruises into Cup No. 1 Final in Denmark

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / July 12, 2024

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.

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Barrister Ayo Julius to Lead Bariga FC in 1XBet Cup Title Defense

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

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

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El Kanemi Warriors Strengthen Squad with Nine New Arrivals

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / July 10, 2024

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

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Excitement Greets Announcement of Professor Akin Oyebode Cup 3.0

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

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,

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