Youth Development and Scouting

The sports director of Sweden’s IFK Goteborg, Stig Torbjornsen, has embarked on a scouting trip to Abuja with the ambition of discovering a new talent akin to Alhassan Yusuf. Yusuf, a Super Eagles midfielder, launched his career at IFK Goteborg after being scouted at the Gothia Cup in Sweden. Since then, he has gone on […]

Kingsley Udoh, former defender for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets who triumphed at the 2007 FIFA U17 World Cup, is now pursuing a fresh start through coaching after his playing career hit a roadblock. The 33 year old former Akwa United, Heartland, Kano Pillars, and Sunshine Stars player has been struggling financially and is finding it challenging

Seventeen year old Nigerian forward Kparabo Ariheri, a star from Beyond Limits Football Academy, is set to sign his first professional contract with Norway’s Lillestrøm SK as he turns 18 in January 2025. Known for his agility, goal scoring prowess, and tactical vision, Ariheri has been catching the eye of European scouts, particularly with his

Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, President of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, has reiterated that the primary goal of local football tournaments is to discover and nurture emerging talents rather than promote sponsors. Speaking at the trophy presentation for the NFF President Football Tournament, a pre season event for Nigeria National League clubs, Gusau urged organizers

Buruj Football Academy is proud to announce that Raheem Salaudeen, their standout defensive midfielder, has been selected among the final 40 elite players for the NFF/FIFA Talent Development Scheme. The training camp, set to take place from November 4 to 10, 2024, at the NFF Technical Centre in Abuja, provides a platform for top young

The young Nigerian right back Josh Nichols joined Arsenal’s final training session at Emirates Stadium before their critical Premier League match against Liverpool. Arsenal, struggling with injuries, has had to bolster their ranks, leaving senior defenders Oleksandr Zinchenko, Gabriel Magalhaes, Jakub Kiwior, and Ben White as the only experienced defensive options. This situation has created

Beyond Limit Football Academy celebrates a proud moment as Kparobo Arierhi, one of their star strikers, has been named to the Flying Eagles squad for the upcoming WAFU B U20 Championship in Lome, Togo. This call up is a significant milestone for Arierhi and highlights the academy’s success in developing young talent. Representing Nigeria in

Nigerian football continues its legacy of producing remarkable talent, and 2024 introduces a fresh group of promising young players destined to impact the international stage. Among the standout names, Gift Orban has captivated European clubs with his goal scoring finesse, while Victor Boniface’s performances in Germany’s Bundesliga highlight his versatility and power. In Turkey, Ibrahim

Borussia Mönchengladbach has shown strong interest in Arsenal’s promising tri national forward, Nathan Butler Oyedeji. Eligible to play for Nigeria, England, and Saint Vincent, the 21 year old has caught the eye of the Bundesliga club after standout performances in Arsenal’s academy games this season. Mönchengladbach scouts have reportedly been following Butler Oyedeji’s progress, especially

At just 22, Nnamdi Frank has become a notable figure in the Nigeria Premier Football League, representing Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi. Standing at an impressive 6’7″, Frank combines his towering presence with deft ball handling skills, making him a challenging opponent for strikers in any aerial duel. Often called the Gentle Giant, his defensive