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Flying Eagles goalkeeper Nathaniel Nwosu reveals Petr Cech’s influence on his career
WAFU Zone B U20 Championship winning goalkeeper, Nathaniel Nwosu described former Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech as his boyhood hero.
The young shot-stoper made this disclosure after guilding the Ladan Bosso’s tutored side to a 3-1 victory over young Squirrels of Benin Republic in the final of the WAFU U20 Championship played in Niamey on Friday.
An elated Nwosu said after game : ” Happy birthday Petr Cech, I’m happy you are adding another year on a day I’m winning a trophy.
“You have been my role model since aged five and I’m dedicating this trophy to you . Happy birthday my hero”
Nwosu has been likened to the former Chelsea and Rennes goalkeeper by the fans, due to his calmness and leadership qualities between the sticks.
Nathaniel Nwosu who is currently one of the best young goalkeepers in Nigeria can emulate the former Czech Republic international who spent 11 years in west London between 2004-2015, before joining London rivals Arsenal.
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NPFL Strikes ₦2.14 Billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Deal to Drive Modernization and Expand Visibility
By Joel Ajayi
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has sealed a landmark ₦2.14 billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Agreement designed to modernize league operations, enhance transparency, and elevate the league’s global profile.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday at the Continental Hotel in Abuja, with NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, leading the league’s delegation.
The agreement formalizes strategic partnerships with Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited, AS Production Hub Limited (ASPH), and Roundup Technologies Limited.
Under the terms of the deal, Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited will serve as a principal partner over a five-year period, investing a total of ₦2 billion, including an ₦800 million upfront payment to the NPFL.
In addition, Roundup Technologies Limited has entered into a ₦140 million agreement, bringing the combined value of both deals to ₦2.14 billion over five years.
The partnership covers exclusive broadcast, data management, and commercialization rights, all aimed at transforming the NPFL’s digital infrastructure and operational efficiency.
Through this collaboration, the league’s technology partners will deploy cutting-edge systems for data collection, analytics, and digital operations. These innovations are expected to enhance match reporting, performance tracking, player statistics, and club management, while improving fan engagement and ensuring greater transparency across all league activities.
While speaking, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye hailed the agreement as “a major milestone in the NPFL’s mission to modernize its operations and position Nigerian football among the best-managed leagues globally.”
Details soon………
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