Player Profile: Meet In-form Crown FC Striker, Adekunle Mojeed “Tevez”

Adekunle Mojeed Player Profile

NameAdekunle Mojeed
NicknameTevez
Age19 years old
Preferred FootRight
PositionAttacker
Height5’5″
Previous ClubsRomeo FC Ogbomosho, Ogbomosho United FC
Current ClubCrown Football Club, Ogbomosho
NationalityNigerian


Adekunle Mojeed

Early Life of Adekunle Mojeed

Adekunle Mojeed, fondly known as “Tevez,” ignited his football journey at a young age, quickly gaining acclaim in the grassroots football scene of Ogbomosho, Oyo State. His playing style, reminiscent of the Argentine maestro Carlos Tevez, earned him the affectionate nickname “Tevez” from his admirers. Progressing into the professional realm, Mojeed showcased his talents at Romeo FC Ogbomosho and Ogbomosho United FC, making significant contributions in the Nationwide League One (Division One) and Nationwide League One (NLO) respectively.

Current Form

At the age of 19, Adekunle Mojeed is currently making waves as an integral part of Crown Football Club in the Nigerian National League (NNL). Positioned as an attacker, he has emerged as the leading goal-scorer in the league’s Conference B. Mojeed has netted four goals and provided two assists, showcasing his prowess in front of goal. His goal-scoring spree includes impressive performances against INTER LAGOS (away), TRADE SAFE FC (away), Warri WOLVES (home), and IJEBU UNITED (away).

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Football Philosophy

Tevez’s playing style reflects energy, strength, and productivity in the attack. Mirroring Carlos Tevez, he is a prolific goal-scorer with notable traits in finishing, speed, technique, and trickery. A dynamic and versatile forward, Mojeed’s tactical awareness, creativity, agility, balance, control, and dribbling skills contribute to his effectiveness on the field.

Style of Play

Adekunle Mojeed is a quick, tenacious, and powerful attacker with a sturdy physique. His technical prowess, tactical intelligence, and creativity enable him to excel as a striker, winger, supporting forward, or attacking midfielder. Known for his finishing, positioning, vision, and passing ability, he has also been deployed as a false 9. Mojeed’s defensive contributions are significant, as he excels in pressing opponents, winning back possession, and initiating attacking plays. His skillful dribbling and accurate, powerful shots from distance further highlight his multifaceted skill set.

As an emerging talent, Adekunle Mojeed “Tevez” promises to be a force to reckon with in Nigerian football, combining the flair of his namesake with his unique attributes to make a lasting impact on the beautiful game.