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FOSLA Academy wins 2021 edition of National Principal’s football Cup.

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4 years ago

March 31, 2021

Joel Ajayi

FOSLA Academy Abuja have emerged the winners of the football event of the rebranded National Principals Cup which ended at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Tuesday.

FOSLA Academy were truly deserving champions as they secured an emphatic 2-0 victory over Christ Comprehensive College, Makera, Kaduna.

Speaking during the event, Minister of Youth and sports Development Chief Sunday Dare said “The standard we have seen on display gives me hope of a bright future for our football and other sports. I’m excited that this event has lived up to our expectations. The future is indeed very bright for our budding talents.”

“We are proud of the glory and honour FOSLA Academy have brought to the FCT,” declared FCT FA chairman Mouktar Mohammed.

FOSLA Academy Owner and Former President of the Nigerian football Federation Alhaji Sani Lulu Abdulahi said “These boys have really made me proud and re- assured me that they are the future of Nigerian football. We are Happy to be part of history of building Nigerian football”

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Paul Salami Fires Hat-Trick as U23 Side Defeats 10-Man Melbourne Sharks

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13 hours ago

June 3, 2025

The Gleamer

Jeph Akanji

Paul Salami’s Stunning Hat-Trick Sinks 10-Man Melbourne Sharks in U23 Showdown

Nigerian-born midfielder Paul Salami stole the show with a sensational hat-trick, leading his side to a dominant 3-0 victory over the Melbourne Sharks in Week 9 of the Australian U23 League.

The 21-year-old rising star opened the scoring in the 20th minute, calmly finishing off a swift counter-attack to put his team ahead. The momentum shifted further in their favor when Sharks defender Liam Mastos received a straight red card in the 40th minute for a reckless challenge, forcing the home side to play with 10 men.

Salami continued to exploit the numerical advantage with clinical precision. He netted his second goal in the 52nd minute, capping off a well-orchestrated team move, before sealing his hat-trick in the 75th minute with a composed finish that left the goalkeeper with no chance.

Operating with poise and creativity in midfield, Salami’s performance was a masterclass in attacking intelligence, control, and execution. His match-winning display not only earned him the match ball but also solidified his growing reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in the league.

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