Category: Grassroot
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’25 Ramadan Cup: Shindara FC beat Orphiel FC to emerge champions
Shindara FC emerged victorious of the 2025 Ramadan Cup after beating Orphiel FC in the final on Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The pulsating encounter unfortunately ended goalless at regulation time despite fireworks from both sides. Consequently, penalty kicks had to settle the showdown at the Bravo-G field AKA Federal All-Star Field in Alimosho, Lagos. The…
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Traditional Rulers Advocate Stronger Collaboration for Sports Development in Nigeria
Traditional rulers have urged sub-national governments to work more closely with the central government in promoting sports development, emphasizing that such collaboration would not only boost the sports industry but also create employment opportunities for millions of talented youths. The Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba (Dr.) Adedokun Abolarin, Aroyinkeye I, made this appeal during his visit…
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Chimezie Obi joins Sevilla FC D as Sevilla invite Ola Great for trials
Nigeria’s youngster, Chimezie Obi has joined the youth side of Spanish Football Club, Sevilla to continue his football development, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Hello, @TheRealOlagreat. Chimezie Paul Obi, our new Nigerian player from @Academy_SFC, has a special message for you ? pic.twitter.com/6IDGrxY04u — Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) January 30, 2025 The 19-year-old who has started training with…
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Abraham Ojo signs first professional contract with Bulgarian club Botev Plovdiv
Abraham Emmanuel Ojo has signed a professional contract with Bulgarian club Botev Plovdiv, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The 18-year-old FC Bethel Sporting youth prodigy sealed the deal upon reaching his 18th birthday. The talented midfielder, who began his football journey at FC Bethel of Lagos, was discovered by agent Paul Ojo Omamomo at a scouting program…
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Gov. Adeleke, Royal Fathers, Yeye Adeleke-Sanni Others To Grace Final Of Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup
Governor Ademola Adeleke, Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji, Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Lawal, Yeyeluwa Dupe Adeleke-Sanni are among the dignitaries expected to grace the Final Match of the fifth edition of the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Football Cup. The Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup Football Competition was initiated by Honourable Bamidele…
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Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup: Orolu LG, Irepodun LG secure Round 16 spots
The Fifth Edition of the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Championship began with an unforgettable Matchday one at the Osogbo City Stadium, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. The competition, solely powered by Hon. Bamidele Salam, Representative of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore, and Ejigbo Federal Constituency, aims to celebrate the enduring legacy of Osun State’s first civilian governor,…
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Fifth Edition of the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Championship begin
The much-anticipated 2025 edition of the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Championship officially kicks off today at the Osogbo City Stadium, Osun State. The annual football competition, which celebrates the legacy of the first civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, promises to deliver thrilling matches and vibrant displays of sporting excellence. The…
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Ooni of Ife, Gov. Adeleke, Deputy Governor, House of Assembly Speaker to Grace Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 Final Day
The stage is set for an electrifying conclusion to the Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024, as the OAU Sports Complex in Ile-Ife braces for a spectacular final day on Wednesday, December 4th, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Dignitaries, athletes, and fans are eagerly anticipating a day of thrilling sports, entertainment, and cultural displays, marking the culmination of a two-week-long…
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Chairman House Committee On Sports commends organizers of Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024, confirms Attendance for Grand Finale
The House Committee on Sports Chairman, Hon. Abiola Awoyeye, and his Deputy have expressed profound satisfaction with the ongoing Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. During a briefing on Monday, Hon. Awoyeye lauded the event’s organizers for their outstanding efforts in putting together a competition that has captured the spirit of unity, excellence, and…
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Governor Oyebanji Leads Dignitaries To Ekiti Governor’s Cup 2024 Final
Excitement is building across Ekiti State as preparations reach their peak for the grand finale of the Ekiti Governor’s Cup 2024, set to take place on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024, at the iconic Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. This year’s showdown promises to be an unforgettable spectacle as Christ School, Ado-Ekiti faces…
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Battle for Supremacy: Christ School, Ado-Ekiti and Efon High School Clash in Ekiti Governors Cup 2024 Final
The stage is set, the anticipation palpable, and the stakes higher than ever as the grand finale of the Ekiti Governors Cup 2024 draws near. On Friday, December 3rd at the prestigious Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado-Ekiti, two formidable teams, Christ School, Ado-Ekiti, and Efon High School, Efon LG, will lock horns in a battle…
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Shocking Upset: OAU Giants Bow Out Of Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024
In a tournament filled with hopes, dreams, and fierce rivalries, the OAU Giants, long hailed as favourites in the 2024 Osun Intercollegiate Games, suffered an unexpected and heart-wrenching exit in the men’s category, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The match that sealed their fate will be remembered not just for its tension but for the ripple effects across…
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A Race to Glory: The Story of Four Schools in the Semifinals of the 2024 Ekiti State Governor’s Cup
The 2024 Ekiti State Governor’s Cup has been a whirlwind of passion, grit, and sheer determination, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. From the roaring crowds in packed stadiums to the nail-biting penalty shootouts under the floodlights, the tournament has brought the best of grassroots football to life. Among the many schools that started this journey, four have…
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A Dramatic Day of Football Dominance at the Osun Intercollegiate Games
The Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 roared to life on Tuesday, November 26, with thrilling football matches that left spectators in awe. The day delivered a spectacle of skill, resilience, and high-stakes competition as both male and female teams fought for glory on the lush pitches of Osun State. UniOsun’s women team set the tone with…
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Ajara U-17 Football Final: Organisers Appreciate Partners, Sponsors, Key Stakeholders As An-Nur Model College Lifts Trophy
An-Nur Model College were crowned champions of the third edition of Ajara U-17 Football Competition after defeating bitter rivals Salvation Army Grammar School through penalties following a goal a piece after regulation time. Football enthusiasts and schools thronged enmass the venue of the event, filled with excitement and vigor, etched with Ajara Humanitarian loving symbols.…
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OAU Ignites Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 With Dazzling 2-0 Victory On Opening Day
The long-anticipated Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 roared to life on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in the history of sports among tertiary institutions in Osun State, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The vibrant opening ceremony at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Sports Complex set the tone for two weeks of electrifying competition, camaraderie, and youthful vigor. The…
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Ajara U-17 Football Final: Salvation Army, An-Nur College Clash In Epic Final
Excitement builds as Osogbo Township Stadium comes alive as the third edition of Ajara U-17 Football Final draws football experts, ex-internationals, football administrators, football investors, club owners, football enthusiasts, scouts, education managers, Sports Writers, and many more. Anticipating the epic final with palpable enthusiasm and sporting ambiance, it’s dubbed clash of ‘titans’ as Salvation Army…
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Ekiti Governor’s Cup 2024: Adico Grammar, United High School, Among Matchday Two Winners
The Ekiti Governors Cup continued with excitement on Wednesday, as matchday two, saw talented young footballers from various schools, showcase their skills and determination on the pitch. In Ekiti South West, Adico Grammar School edged out Aramoko Community High School with a narrow 1-0 victory. United High School, Ilawe, displayed dominance with a convincing 3-1…
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Agricultural Giant Makaiza Farms Partners Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024
The anticipation is palpable as the Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 gears up to commence, a landmark event in the annals of Nigerian collegiate sports. The games gain a remarkable partner in Makaiza Farms Limited, as the agricultural giant throws its full weight behind the competition. The announcement, made by the company’s Chairman, Mr. Olufemi Joseph…
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Christ’s School triumph in thrilling Ekiti Governor’s Cup 2024 opener
The 2024 edition of the Ekiti Governors Cup kicked off dramatically on Tuesday as Christ’s School, Ado-Ekiti, edged out Anglican High School in a nail-biting 4-3 encounter. The match, held at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, was an electrifying display of skill, determination, and resilience from both teams. The game began with Anglican High School taking…