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NPFL U- 17 Youth League Outstanding Players intensify Preps Beats Legacy FC 1-0 in Abuja
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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Authentic All Stars International of Bauchi Thank Finance Commissioner for Sallah Gift
Joel Ajayi
The President of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi Patrick Pascal (MON) has expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu, for his continued generosity and support to the group during the Sallah celebrations.
In a message to members, the president who is also the Bauchi State FA Chairman announced that the organization had received a Sallah cow from Dr. Yakubu Adamu as part of his goodwill for the festive season. The gesture follows a similar show of support during the last Sallah celebration, when the Commissioner gifted the group ₦700,000.
“I have been directed to inform all members that officials of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi have received a Sallah cow from Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu,” the message read. “Members may wish to know that the same Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu gave us ₦700,000 during the last Sallah celebration.”
The group extended its gratitude to Dr. Adamu, noting that his contributions reflect his enduring commitment to community engagement and social support, especially during important cultural and religious occasions.
Members of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi are expected to participate in the sharing and celebration of the gift as they mark the Sallah festival.
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