Local Clubs and Academies - Football In Nigeria

Remo Stars Prepare for South-West Derby at Eko Cup

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 12, 2025

The NPFL champions Remo Stars of Ikenne have confirmed their full readiness for the upcoming Eko International Cup, a pre-season tournament set to run from 6–13 July at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. Organised by SKI‑Hi Entertainment in partnership with Lagos State Government, the eight-team event will feature top Nigerian sides including Remo Stars, Enyimba, […]

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Warri Wolves Sweep April–May NNL Awards as Chindi Claims Golden Boot

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 11, 2025

Warri Wolves took home two of the biggest honors at the Nigeria National League (NNL) April/May Excellence Awards, to be held on 18 June at Abuja’s West Point Hotel. Coach Napoleon Aluma was named Best Coach, while goalkeeper Efevwerha Joke secured Best Goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Edel FC’s striker Gukut Merpring Chindi has been recognised as the April top scorer. He

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Victor Ikpeba Challenge Final Returns June 12 in Lagos

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 11, 2025

The much-anticipated final of the 2025 Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge will take place on Wednesday, 12 June, to coincide with star forward Victor Ikpeba’s birthday. The annual grassroots tournament returns to Surulere’s Obele Odan Community Centre, having kicked off on 31 May. Now in its fifth edition, this year’s competition is dedicated to the late

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Aliyu Baba’s Hat‑Trick Not Enough as Sporting Lagos Miss Super 8 Spot

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 9, 2025

The match, held recently at Onikan Stadium, showcased Baba’s electric pace and clinical finishing. Introduced from the bench, he immediately influenced proceedings, tormenting the opposition defence. One of his strikes, described by pundits as a “striker’s instinct” finish, threatened to turn the tie in Sporting’s favour. Yet, individual brilliance proved insufficient. Despite Baba’s heroics, Sporting

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Beyond Limits End Season in Style with 7-0 Thrashing of Igbajo United

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 9, 2025

Beyond Limits Football Academy capped off their 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) season with a resounding 7-0 victory over Igbajo United at the Remo Stars Stadium, delivering one of the most dominant displays of the campaign. The hosts wasted no time asserting control, with Olamilekan Adegboyega volleying home the opener in the 2nd minute. Daniel

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Crown FC Shock Ijele at The Cathedral to Extend Unbeaten Run

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 8, 2025

Crown FC continued their impressive form in the 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) with a spirited 2-1 away victory over Ijele FC at the iconic Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu fondly called “The Cathedral.” The comeback win stretched Crown’s unbeaten run and solidified their promotion ambitions. After a goalless first half marked by missed chances and

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A&A Kiviasennus FC to Be Disbanded Over Match-Fixing Scandal

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 7, 2025

Chief Jude Atuegwu, the proprietor of A&A Kiviasennus Palvelut FC, has announced plans to disband the club following a match-fixing allegation during the Nationwide League One (NLO) playoffs at the Awka Centre. The club was at the centre of controversy after a shocking 15-2 defeat to Campos FC, raising suspicions of deliberate match manipulation. The

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Ezema: Federation Cup Glory Can Redeem Abakaliki FC’s Tough Season

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 6, 2025

Abakaliki FC centre-back Ifeanyi Ezema has stated that winning the 2025 President Federation Cup would offer the only solace for the club’s dismal league campaign, which is likely to end in relegation. The Ebonyi-based club has struggled in the Nigeria National League (NNL), finding themselves at the bottom of Conference B with just 17 points

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Countdown Begins June 6 for Eko International Cup Kick-Off

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 5, 2025

Organisers of the Eko International Cup have announced that a one-month countdown to the much anticipated pre-season football tournament will begin on June 6, with major awareness campaigns and ticket sales launching simultaneously. SKI-Hi Entertainment, in partnership with the Lagos State Government, will host the tournament, which is set to run from July 6 to

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Coach Olagunju Targets Historic Title Defence at 1X Cup 2025

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / June 5, 2025

Nathaniel Olagunju, head coach of FC Bethel Sporting, has declared his intent to lead his side to a historic back-to-back title win at the upcoming 1X Cup 2025. After lifting the trophy in 2024 in a thrilling final against Gunners Link FC, Olagunju is now aiming to become the first coach to secure consecutive victories

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