Excitement and anticipation are building as Nigeria National League (NNL) newcomers, Osun United FC, make bold strides in preparation for the upcoming 2023-24 NNL season. With a dynamic approach, the club has meticulously selected 27 players to carry their banner into this highly anticipated season. This comprehensive list was unveiled after a training session held at their newly adopted training ground at Fountain University Osogbo.
Head Coach Oluseye Ajayi took center stage during the grand revelation, and he couldn’t help but express the immense challenge he faced in making the final decisions. With the talent pool at his disposal, Ajayi noted that every player warranted a chance, making the selection process one of the most challenging tasks he’s encountered in his career.
Below is the list of the 27 players who will proudly represent Osun United FC in the upcoming season:
- Kazeem Ayinde
- Zubairu Biffo
- Ahmed Sultan
- Biola Sabitu
- Essien Emmanuel
- Adam Rasheed
- Ismail Ayodele
- Afolabi Olatunbosun
- Abubakar Goringo
- Gabriel Lekan
- Agbor Paul
- Taiwo Adeboye
- Mudashiru Olamide
- Odudu Francis
- Mutiu Ganiyu
- Uche Chinedu
- Mojeed Abimbola
- Sodiq Babatunde
- Kevin Chika
- Ephraim Nwachukwu
- Qaseem Abdulrahim
- Yemi Jacob
- Dayo Agbolade
- Emeka Emmanuel
- Raphael Orngudwem
- Ademola Adewale
- Asimiyu Bello
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Addressing the chosen players after the announcement, the club’s Team Manager, Kabiru Adekunle, provided some context behind the selection. He revealed that, while they had initially hoped for a squad of 40 players, budget constraints had led them to start with 27 players. However, he assured the remaining players that as soon as the necessary approvals come through, they may be called back to rejoin the team.
Osun United FC’s journey in the 2023-24 NNL season begins on November 4, 2023, with a thrilling clash against Crown FC of Ogbomosho. The action unfolds at the Osogbo Township Stadium, and fans can’t wait to rally behind their team as they embark on this exciting new chapter in Nigerian football.
