Orumogege Football Tourney To Harness Talents In Ogbomosoland- Amos Ado
A former official in the Marketing Department of the Confederation of African de Football (CAF),…
The female football event at the Asaba 2024 National Youth Games has been overshadowed by a refereeing scandal during the semifinal match between Team Osun and Team Bayelsa, held at St. Patrick School, Asaba. The Controversy Team Osun were leading 1-0 in the 67th minute when a highly controversial penalty was awarded to Team Bayelsa…
By Oluwaseun Omolola Team Osun looked great in their new blue and yellow track suits as the 8th Edition of the National Youth Games (NYG) was declared open on Thursday at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State. The Ademola Adeleke’s athletes were the talk of the opening ceremony as they their attire won the…
A former official in the Marketing Department of the Confederation of African de Football (CAF), Mr. Amos Ado has revealed that the Orumogege Football Tournament is a platform designed to harness the numerous football talents in Ogbomoso. Amos Ado, Head of Kinetic Sports and Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the football tournament,…
The 2024 Edition of the Hammola Football Championship is set to ignite Osun State football scene on Sunday, the 15th of September, 2024. Excitement surged through the State football community as the Coach Abdurasheed Adeleke-led organizing committee announced the fixtures following the official draw. Anticipation ran high, as the 5th edition of the prestigious tournament…
Former Bayelsa Queens FC striker Oluwadamilola Koku has taken a significant step in her football career by signing with Chinese side Guangxi Pingguo Beinong Football Club. The 21-year-old Nigerian striker wasted no time in making an impact, as she celebrated her first trophy win with the club just days after her unveiling. Koku’s representative confirmed…
Super Falconets of Nigeria midfielder, Joy Igbokwe is brimming with confidence as the team prepare to face Japan in the round of 16 at the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. All eyes are on Estadio Metropolitano de Bogotá, where Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, led by coach Christopher Danjuma, will face a formidable Japanese side…
We wish to address the recent allegations made by Osun Defender concerning the Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi, who also serves as the Commissioner for Sports, and his role in the sports development efforts within the state. As senior officials of the Osun State Sports Council, we are compelled to set the…
In a bid to boost the morale of the Osun State athletes and officials, Hon. Abiola Jeremiah Awoyeye, the Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, addressed the state’s contingent for the upcoming National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. The event took place at the Osogbo Township Stadium before the contingent’s departure. Hon. Awoyeye,…
Nigeria’s U-20 Women’s team, the Falconets, secured a dominant 4-0 victory against Venezuela in the ongoing FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, with midfielder Joy Igbokwe stealing the show with a sensational goal. The win ensured the Falconets’ progression to the knockout stages of the tournament, as the team displayed both resilience and attacking prowess. Heading…
Osun Football Association is thrilled to announce that Owu Sports has joined the organisation as the official kit sponsor for the Women’s Football League! This exciting partnership will see Owu feature on team kits that will play in the final match of the championship, showcasing their brand to a global audience of millions. The Osun…
🖊️ By Alade Oluwasegun Peter Akinmola Kelvin is a prolific striker who have been making splash on the field with his wonderful pace, strength, foot work and goal scoring prowess. The 19- year-old forward is highly effective with his feet and in the air, he is currently plying his trade with the El Dakhlia of…
In a significant move to bolster the sporting infrastructure in Osun State, the Chairman of YUGATECO Boxing Promotion, philanthropist, and boxing enthusiast Omonlei Yakubu Imadu, has donated a standard boxing ring to the Osun State government. This gesture aims to promote youth development and position Osun as a hub for future boxing talents. The commissioning…