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Emirates FA, YSFON Queens Shine at Thrilling National Futsal Super League Premiere
Joel Ajayi
The maiden edition of the National Futsal Super League (NFSL) has been declared a resounding success, setting the foundation for what stakeholders describe as a transformative era for futsal in Nigeria.
After weeks of high-intensity matches, dazzling skills, and strong fan engagement, the first edition proved that futsal is rapidly evolving from a niche sport into a growing national movement.
With over 300 players participating across categories, the competition showcased the depth of talent and the increasing appetite for structured futsal development in the country.
In the men’s final, Emirates FA clinched the historic maiden title after a thrilling 5–3 victory over Lalo Stars, capping off an electrifying tournament with a statement performance.
The women’s category delivered even more fireworks as YSFON Queens produced a dominant display, overwhelming RCCG Great Grace 12–3 to lift the trophy in emphatic fashion.
Speaking after the competition, the CEO and chief organizer of the maiden edition, Shamsudeen Tijanni Yusuf, described the Championship as a validation of the league’s long-term vision.
According to him, the successful coordination, strong community backing, and competitive standard demonstrated that Nigeria is more than ready for a structured futsal ecosystem.
Organizers expressed deep appreciation to players, coaches, partners, fans, and stakeholders whose contributions ensured a seamless and exciting tournament.
“With the pilot phase completed successfully, plans are now in motion to expand the league across multiple states, transforming it into a fully national competition aimed at discovering and developing futsal talents.
“Other gain include, strengthening grassroots football structures, Positioning Nigeria competitively within the global futsal landscape
“The next phase will focus on building a structured league system across major cities to enhance visibility, attract sponsorship, and foster institutional partnerships.”
He added that, “Globally, futsal continues to grow under the guidance of FIFA, with the prestigious FIFA Futsal World Cup serving as the sport’s ultimate stage.
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Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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