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NPFL U- 17 Youth League Outstanding Players intensify Preps Beats Legacy FC 1-0 in Abuja

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2 years ago

November 28, 2024

Joel Ajayi

In it’s unrelenting effort to ensure best outing at the forthcoming Under 17 European tour in Spain and Portugal, the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL U- 17 Youth League Outstanding Players beats Legacy FC 1-0 in Abuja as part of preparation for the tour.

The game played inside the FIFA Goal Project of Moshood Abiola Stadium saw NPFL Under 17 team score the only at first half as the second half witnessed a lot moves but thanks to resilient and defending prowel from the opponent team.

The final score was 1-0 showing their dominance and skill on the field.

The victory was not the only impressive aspect of the game, as the Abuja-based academy also put their best but their best was not enough as match end 1-0.

It will be recalled that the maiden edition of the youth league took place in February in Benin City, the Edo State capital where about 35 outstanding players were selected and later prunned. to 18.

However, 18 outstanding players from the youth League who serve as reservoir for NFF to select a squad for international competitions are currently camping in Abuja.

While speaking on Thursday, the coach who led Rivers United to win the NPFL U-17 championship after beating Legacy Academy 1-0 at FIFA goal Project of Moshood Abiola Stadium Abuja, said that the team is ready to make Nigerian proud.

We are working to get the best from the best. Though still learning but they are all good players and that is where we work is, getting the best of them to represent the Nigerian LeagueHe expressed that the team would be ready for the tour adding that all the little errors will be adequately attent to before the travelling.

“The objectives of the friendly was achieved, it is part of our preparation, it is to put the boys in good shape and I can tell you that their confidence is back”.

“We played for games for far and we won all, football is all about winning, we will not relent, we will keep on pushing until we achieve our of aim of having best outing in Spain and Portugal respectively. ” He said.

As for Captain of the team Oscar James expressed readiness and say that the team will play a very good football in the tour.

“We are going to give nothing but the best we have different talents from different zone and different NPFL clubs, we know each other, that is why you see unity and cohesion on the field of play. All we know is that we are going to make Nigerian proud.

“We will play a very good football and showcase our talent in Spain and Portugal respectively.” He said

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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1 day ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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