Youth Development

Nigeria’s emerging U15 talent, Raheem Moyinoluwa Salaudeen, made an immediate impression upon arriving in London for his first training session with his new club. The 15 year old midfielder, already noted for his technical ability and vision on the ball, was described by club staff as “impressive from the off”, demonstrating maturity and composure beyond […]

A promising young talent is emerging from Lagos, as Ten-Over-Ten Academy’s JSS1 pupil Sherifat Moshood dreams of shaping her footballing future by fusing the traits of Nigeria’s two modern greats Asisat Oshoala and Victor Osimhen. In an exclusive chat with Sports247, Sherifat revealed that she draws inspiration from both superstars, hoping to merge their best

In a major boost for grassroots football development, six highly promising Nigerian youngsters have left the country for Russia to join FDC Vista—one of Europe’s most structured youth academies where football excellence is blended with education. The move, coordinated by renowned football agent and Delta State Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Sports, Mr. Paul Ojo

Young academy talent Kobi Ugbana of Chelsea FC has spoken with pride and excitement after meeting Nigeria’s defender Calvin Bassey, expressing his desire to one day don the national colours. The meeting came during a visit where Ugbana, who has close Nigerian heritage, seized the opportunity to discuss his ambitions. He told reporters: “I want

The youth-development arm of Remo Stars FC, Beyond Limits Football Academy (BLFA), has earned full accreditation from the Federal Ministry of Education to establish a specialised school combining secondary-level academics with elite football training. Based in Ikenne, Ogun State, the newly approved institution – to be called Beyond Limits Football College – will offer a

A rising star of Nigerian heritage, Daniel Nneji, has received his first call-up to the first-team training sessions at Brighton & Hove Albion following a record-breaking transfer. The central defender joined Brighton after a landmark move from Cambridge United, where he had been part of their Under-16 setup, and now finds himself practising with the senior squad. Nneji signed for

Nigerian striker Umar Mohammed has earned promotion to the first-team squad of Chinese club Jiangjun FC following a successful trial and continued impressiveness in training. The former AA Magaji academy talent from Kano State signed with Jiangjun earlier this year. Having joined the club in April 2025, Umar’s commitment, flexibility and goal-instinct helped him stand out among

Football stakeholders and enthusiasts across Nigeria have heaped praise on the organisers of the Moyero Football Scouting Tournament currently underway at the Dipo Dina International Stadium in Ijebu-Ode describing it as a laudable initiative that bridges the gap between grassroots football and professional opportunities. The tournament, which kicked off on Friday, 17 October 2025, has

Team Nigeria has been crowned world champions at the 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup after securing a 1–0 victory over Rwanda in the final. The tournament, staged in Germany, featured participants from around the globe Nigeria qualified via the national finals and went on to out-perform other teams to claim the top prize. Nigeria’s triumph

Young Nigerian midfielder Obi Anthony is quickly making a name for himself in Spain, standing out as one of the brightest prospects in the Granada CF youth setup. A product of Ojinmah Football Academy in Imo State, Anthony has impressed coaches and fans alike with his calmness on the ball, composure under pressure, and remarkable