GreenLock FC, Gulf United Partnership Yielding Results - Funsho Peters

 

GreenLock FC, Gulf United Partnership Yielding Results - Funsho Peters

As GreenLock FC continues to strive for excellence and arguably become one of the best football academies in Nigeria in terms of bringing young players to an international level, the Abuja-based side says its partnership with Gulf United is yielding a lot of results. 

The official agreement signed in 2023 signaled a multi-year relationship that trains and further develops both clubs through information sharing, workshops, and player deals.

With the astonishing move of quintuplets Ashiru Ibrahim, Daniel Odumu, Hamed Traore, Taofiq Yekini and Opeyemi Falade to the Eagles, Funsho Clifton Peters, Executive Vice Chairman of GreenLock FC, who is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) talks more about the partnership. 

"We're very pleased with the partnership, as it aligns with GreenLock FC's long-term goals.

"It also reaffirms GreenLock FC's commitment to being the career pathway to stardom for players, as we certainly look forward to developing more programs to help professionalise the football industry in Nigeria moving forward.

“Both clubs aim to continue to share knowledge and experience, as well as build the relationship in terms of exposing our talented players to the UAE football market.

Mo Jarad - Director of Gulf United said: "The aim is to support the growth of GreenLock FC's expansion within Nigerian football into becoming the leading developer of youth talent in the region.

"There are strong synergies between Green Lock and Gulf United. At the heart of

both clubs, there is a strong sense of purpose, and hunger to provide opportunities for young players in places which they traditionally may have not been found.

"We also find strong parallels between the growth and trajectory of UAE football and Nigerian football, as well as the abundance of talent that exists there. 

"We look forward to working together in a strategic and organized way and to have a real impact along the way."

Osun FA Order A One-minute Silence To Condole The Loss Of ThankGod Paul

 

*Osun FA Order A One-minute Silence To Condole The Loss Of ThankGod Paul*

Osun  Football Association is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of   ThankGod Paul, a talented player from Feed Talents FC  and dedicated member of our football community.

As a mark of respect, we request that all football matches across the state observe a one-minute silence before kick-off this weekend.

According to the secretariat, "We invite players, officials, and supporters to join together in paying tribute to Paul's memory and extending condolences to their family, friends, and loved ones."

It's indeed a trying moments for us and the entire football community in the state. May ThankGod Paul  rest in peace."

Five GreenLock FC Prodigies Sign For UAE's Gulf United

 

Five GreenLock FC Prodigies Land Gulf United Deals

Five GreenLock FC Prodigies Sign For Gulf United

In a groundbreaking move to become the best football academy in Nigeria, five prodigies from GreenLock FC of Abuja have signed with Gulf United FC, a top team in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Ashiru Ibrahim, Daniel Odumu, Hamed Traore, Taofiq Yekini, and Opeyemi Falade have completed the move from Nigeria to join the Eagles.

This transfer not only showcases the exceptional talents of the five players but also represents a partnership between Gulf United FC and GreenLock to develop young players.

The players were hand-selected by the GreenLock FC scouting team in Nigeria.

Funsho Clifton Peters, Executive Vice Chairman of GreenLock, expressed his delight with this development.

"It's a privilege for GreenLock players to

have direct access to pathways such as the Gulf United FC. We are working hard to create a one-of-a-kind club in GreenLock which can attract regional and global attention.

"It's no secret that Nigeria has some of the best talent globally. Our aim, with the support of Gulf United, is to be able to provide the selected players at GreenLock a development roadmap to success, which allows players to unlock their maximum potential and performance on the global stage of football."

NNL: Osun Utd In Group A For Upcoming Season As Management Calls For Stakeholders Support

 

NNL: Osun Utd In Group A For Upcoming Season As Management Calls For Stakeholders Support 

Osun Utd FC of Osun State has been drawn in Group A of the Southern Conference for the upcoming 2024-25 Nigeria National League (NNL) season scheduled to kickoff on Saturday, 30th November 2024.

Omoluabi Giants, narrowly missed promotion last season will play against eight other Clubs such as Sporting Lagos, 1472 FC of Lagos, Warri Wolves of Delta State, Solution FC of Awka, Anambra, Madiba FC of Lagos, Dakkada FC of Awka Ibom, Kun Khalifa FC of Owerri, Imo State and Gateway FC of Abeokuta.

Following a successfull draws made on Saturday, 28th September 2024 during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the NNL held at the Executive Nest Hotel and Suites in Bauchi, Bauchi State, Dakkada FC of Akwa Ibom would come knocking on United's door in season opener.

According to the headship of the newly composed management of Omoluabi Giants, each group poses its own opportunities and challenges but the champions must be ready to beat the best.

"The draw is fair enough because, no team is slotted with the aim of making up numbers. Whoever goes to World Cup thinking of bypassing heavyweight nations would end up failing even before tourneys kickoff. The surest way to champion the group lies solely on our character in defeating tough opponents.

"Secondly, we are going to recruit the best legs around. Soliciting for untested legs wouldn't be entertained. We will present squad everyone will be proud of because there's no hiding place for anyone, we will do well if we recruit properly. We narrowly misses out last term but we will give it extra push this time around.

"We therefore call on stakeholders to keep supporting the team. We promise to justify government committments toward the team with resounding performances," enthusiastic chairman, Ololade Gbenga informed the press after the draw in Bauchi.

Orumogege Football Tourney To Harness Talents In Ogbomosoland- Amos Ado

 

Orumogege Football Tourney To Harness Talents In Ogbomosoland- Amos Ado

A former official in the Marketing Department of the Confederation of African de Football (CAF), Mr. Amos Ado has revealed that the Orumogege Football Tournament is a platform designed to harness the numerous football talents in Ogbomoso. 

Amos Ado, Head of Kinetic Sports and Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the football tournament, also gave ingredients that can make the beautiful round leather game in Nigeria marketable. 

"Football ball is a very marketable event. We just have to put all our facilities in good shape to attract brands. 

"The playing pitches must be of standard, making sure we televise our footballing event and the most important fans and ensuring our football venues are safe for everyone. 

The former COPA Lagos Beach football organizer and marketing expert gave an insight into how the Orumogege Football Tourney came about. 

"For a very long time, I had it in mind to do something different in football, so I met an organization called Ogbomoso Community Youth Forum (OCYF) and sold the idea of the essence of going into football development, and the rest is history. 

"Our Kabiyesi, the Soun of Ogbomoso, Ọba Ghandi Afọlábí Ọláoyè, Orumógege III, is a youth-loving Kabiyesi, and he accepted that we host the tourney.

" The goal is to discover talent during the tournament and nurture them for the future, as we intend to produce more Seyi Olofinjana (Super Eagles legend) from Ogbomoso We also really need to thank the Soun Ogbomoso, Alainsmith, and OCYF for their support. 

"We're also doing something differently in football in Ogbomoso. The Orumogege Football Tournament is free-age grade and played as knockout football at the Soun Stadium. 

"The LOC opted to make the tournament a  knockout based as against the Group Phase to make it very competitive. It has attracted a lot of fans who have been kept on the edge of their seats with dazzling football skills from the 32 teams registered for the event. 

"It has also been a commercial boom for the city as a lot of market women around the stadium are making brisk business selling their commodities to fans. 

"Thankfully, the tournament powered by OCYF and Alainsmith Nigeria Limited and I am  delighted to inform Ogbomoso people that our Kabiyesi, Oba Olaoye Ghandi has assured us the tournament will  be held annually, following the success recorded within the few days of the kickoff."