Youth Development

Nigerian trialist Emeka Anachukam has continued to make a strong impression during his trial period with Belgian club Zulte Waregem. In a recent pre-season friendly against AEK Athens, Anachukam scored once, contributing to his team’s 2-0 victory. This follows his remarkable four-goal performance in a previous match against Dutch side PSV 1820, where he netted

Aston Villa youngster Jamaldeen Jimoh‑Aloba shined at the prestigious Orange Veins tournament, further enhancing his reputation as one of the club’s top rising talents. The England youth international delivered standout performances including goals and assists helping his side impress in the Foxes Cup U15, where Aston Villa finished a commendable fifth. The 18 year old

Oluwasomidotun “Dotun” Ogunkoya, aged 16, currently represents the Dallas Hornets MLS 2 side and has earned a spot in the Gothia Cup in Sweden after impressing during his tenure at Valencia FC Academy in Spain. Ogunkoya spent a year in Valencia’s youth setup, where his pace, technique and maturity stood out against talented peers. Academy coaches

Former Ighalo Academy graduate David Nwachukwu has rejoined Hungarian top-flight club Debreceni VSC for their 2025 pre-season training camp in Austria. The 20 year old attacking midfielder, who had been on loan at Budapest BVSC during the 2024–25 season, is now back with Debrecen as they prepare for the upcoming Nemzeti Bajnokság I season

Liverpool’s emerging star, Emoefeme Odudu, finished as top scorer at the prestigious Portugal UnderCup in Monção, as their U11s clinched the title in a thrilling tournament. The event featured over 3,800 players across multiple age groups, with Liverpool joining top European youth clubs for two weekends of intense competition. Odudu’s fluid movement, eye for goal

The organisers of the 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup have revealed the Nigerian squad set to compete in the prestigious tournament in Germany this October. The 10-player team earned their spots by excelling in national finals conducted across the country, under the supervision of VOE Foundation in partnership with FC Bayern Munich. As one of ten nations confirmed

Charles Ebuka Agbawodikeizu is being hailed as Derby County’s brightest youth talent after a prolific debut season in the Under‑18 Premier League. The Nigerian‑born forward, who joined the Rams on a scholarship in summer 2024, has clocked 10 goals in just six U18 league appearances scoring roughly every 40 minutes and featured twice in Premier League 2.

The Agege Stadium buzzed with youthful enthusiasm as pupils from across the South-West gathered for the Zonal Primary School Games. Leading the charge was Dr Lydia Gbagi, National Coordinator of Basic Education School Sports at the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). She underscored the importance of investing in grassroots sports during the event held on Monday. Dr Gbagi