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Turf Arena PFA Games: We Are Coming To Dethrones Premium Pension, FCMB pension boasts

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4 years ago

November 20, 2022

Joel Ajayi
Ahead of the second edition of Turf Arena PSA Games, the representative of FCMB pension Mr Biodun Akande has boasted that the Premium Pension was crowned the champion of Turf Arena PSA football tournament last year simply because FCMB Pension was absent, saying everything are in place to dethrones them in 2nd edition.

Reacting shortly after briefing and draws for the games on Saturday Mr Akande said, his team’s mission is to dethrones the defending champions Premium Pension.
According to him, unfortunately, we were not in the last year games, this will be our first time of participating. We expect a well organized event, so that aim and objectives of the games be achieve.

“In terms of personal expectations as a team, premium won last year because we were not here, I am sure we are coming to displace them and dethrones them, I am sure.” He said.

However, the teams will participates in the seven sports which include Football 7 aside, coed volleyball 6×6, Table tennis, Snooker, scrabble, Chess and team bonding games

Also, the event starts from November 22nd, Tuesday till 26th Saturday as games will come up between hours of 5:30pm to 8:00pm every day.

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Nigerian Goalkeeper James Honoured with Spot in Finland’s Team of the Season

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21 hours ago

October 27, 2026

The Gleamer

Ibrahim Lawal

Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper Samuel Friday James has earned recognition among the best-performing players in Finland following his impressive displays for SJK Akatemia in the 2026 season.

The 20-year-old shot-stopper ranks second among the league’s selected best-performing XI, with an average rating of 7.61, according to statistics published by Totori News.

James’ performances have stood out despite the challenging campaign faced by his club, with his consistency between the posts making him one of the bright spots in the team.

The former Mavlon FC goalkeeper has recorded four clean sheets in Finland’s Ykkösliiga this season, while his shot-stopping ability has further underlined his growing reputation in European football.

According to available season statistics from FootyStats, James has made 20 league appearances, playing 1,800 minutes. He has conceded 32 goals and made 75 saves from 109 shots faced, giving him a save percentage of approximately 68.8 per cent.

His four clean sheets account for 20 per cent of his league appearances, demonstrating his ability to keep opponents at bay despite the defensive challenges confronting his team.

James has also shown composure and resilience in difficult matches, including his recent international outing for Nigeria against Russia, where he made his senior Super Eagles appearance in the 3-3 friendly draw on October 6.

Standing at 1.95 metres, the young goalkeeper possesses the physical attributes required for the modern game, combining his reach with quick reactions and an increasingly valuable experience of European football.

His rise has been particularly encouraging following his move from Lagos-based Mavlon FC to Finland in 2025. Since then, he has continued to develop through regular competitive football and has attracted attention for his performances.

James’ latest statistical recognition of 7.55 rating in the team of the season adds to his growing profile as Nigeria continues to assess goalkeeping options for the future.

At 20, the goalkeeper will be hoping to build on his progress in Finland and establish himself as a regular contender for the Super Eagles, while continuing to improve his performances at club level.

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