Youth Development

Team Lagos shone brightly at the 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, sealing a dramatic 5–4 penalty shootout win over hosts Team Delta to clinch the girls’ football gold medal. Delta missed their first kick in the shootout, and Lagos held their nerve, converting all their spot-kicks as delegates, led by Director General Lekan Fatodu, […]

Lobi Stars U-19 carved out a 2-1 victory over Golden Boys of Abinsi in a thrilling friendly clash at McCarthy Stadium. The game swung on crucial moments, with goalkeeper Aondona Gbamwuam keeping his side alive through three key saves despite shaky defensive lapses. Early on, Daniel Onu’s header rattled the crossbar, while forward Benjamin Ishaya

At just nine years old, Onyinye Nwaokafor is already turning heads in Anambra. The young girl, who began playing in her local community, now dazzles with her dribbling skills, agility, and innate football intelligence. Local coaches describe her as “a talent beyond her years,” noting how she navigates through opposition with poise and precision. Onyinye

The WAFU-B council has officially shifted hosting rights for the 2025 Under-17 Boys Championship from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire. The decision was prompted by ongoing renovation work at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, rendering one of the initial venues unavailable. Originally slated for Ogun State at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta and Remo

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clubs are placing renewed emphasis on youth development as they prepare for the 2025/26 campaign. The establishment of a dedicated NPFL Youth League is central to this shift, aimed at building a sustainable talent pipeline and ensuring young players transition smoothly into senior squads. NPFL Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye revealed that

Ebenezer Harcourt carved his name into the record books after Nigeria sealed a 2-0 win against Congo at the 2024 African Nations Championship on Tuesday. The Sporting Lagos shot-stopper earned a place in the starting XI, with head coach Eric Chelle handing him the gloves for the Group D clash. His composure and presence between

The excitement of grassroots football once again lit up Ifo, Ogun State, as the fourth edition of the Bavis Summer Camp officially commenced this August, bringing together budding talents and passionate supporters. Families, sports lovers, and community members have been turning out in numbers to back their favourite teams and celebrate the rise of future

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets triumphed 3–2 over Bandex Football Academy of Kebbi State in a spirited test match on Friday, maintaining their unbeaten run in warm-up fixtures ahead of the WAFU B U-17 tournament scheduled for September in Abeokuta. Despite trailing 2–1 at half-time, the Eaglets returned to the field with renewed determination and secured victory

Nigerian-born defender Isaac Ogunrinde made a sensational debut for Crystal Palace’s U18 side at just 13 years old, displaying composure, leadership and defensive acumen well beyond his age group. The young full-back capable on both right and left first featured at the U15 and U16 levels before earning promotion to face older opponents during his

A teenage sensation at Liverpool, 16 year old forward Rio Ngumoha, continues to impress with his goal-scoring prowess, prompting the club to move quickly to secure his future. The youngster, who has already netted three goals in pre-season friendlies including a spectacular early strike against Athletic Bilbao is reportedly set for a contract extension to