As the 2025 Nationwide League One (NLO) approaches, all eyes are on one of Osogbo’s finest goalkeepers—Oladapo Olalekan Muideen, popularly known as Zuma. A household name in Osun football, Zuma has consistently proven himself as a top-tier shot-stopper. Year after year, he refines his skills, and heading into this season with Osogbo based Nationwide League…
EJIGBO CITY FC has added a key piece to their squad in 2004 born Olaniyi Taiwo F, a hardworking, patient, and disciplined defender. A natural center-back, Taiwo can also slot in perfectly into the right-wing back position, making him a valuable addition in the Nationwide League One (NLO) side’s push for promotion to the Nigeria…
Full Name Emmanuel Nnanyerem Date of Birth December 25, 2004 Position Center Defender / Defensive Midfielder Citizenship Nigerian Preferred Foot Right League Benin Premier League Previous Club FC NGADIUBA Current Club AS Dragons FC de l’Ouémé Overview: Emmanuel Nnanyerem is a dynamic and robust Nigerian defender, currently plying his trade with AS Dragons FC de…
Adeleke Olamide Hammed is a dynamic and ball-dominant attacking midfielder, renowned for his press-resistance, exceptional passing range, and dribbling ability. Operating predominantly in the heart of the midfield, Olamide excels in carrying the ball and I’ll rate him 85% for his ball carrying and dribbling ability. His high football IQ is reflected in his ability…
🖊️ 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…
Osun United invitee, Naheem Odugbemi, has already begun to carve out a name for himself in the ongoing Optima Energy Gold Cup Pre-Season Tournament. In Osun United’s opening match versus FC Ebedei at the FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu, Naheem displayed a performance that was nothing short of electrifying, earning him the coveted Darajeph Technologies…
Osun State is blessed with an unrivaled crop of top-quality players, and one standout talent is Adeyemi Quadri, also known as “Inabaka.” This young and dynamic player is rapidly emerging as one of the finest right-backs in Osun, showcased prominently in the SmartCity Osun State Football League. Adeyemi Quadri, who plays his club football with…
The Nationwide League One (NLO), heralded as the largest grassroots league in the world with over 251 teams vying for the title each year, is known for its intense competition where strikers often struggle to find the back of the net. Then Adegoke Qamar Wale, “Qamar Qamar” as he’s popularly known came along – the…
Ikorodu City FC has made history by gaining promotion to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) for the first time in their history. The ‘Oga Boys’ clinched their NPFL promotion spot after an outstanding performance in the 2024 Nigeria National League (NNL) and the NNL Super 8 Playoffs held in Enugu. A key figure in…
By Akanni Seyi One of the reliable shot stoppers performing magic at the ongoing SmartCity Osun State Football League. Jamal, a 16 year-old Ejigbo born teenage goalkeeper is arguably winning points for Alan FC Ejigbo week in week out. You would ask yourself if you have ever come across the next Ederson or Neuer with…
By Akanni Seyi Joshua Johnson is a 13 -year-old winger who plays for Kamal FC in the ongoing SmartCity Osun State Football League. He is an instrumental part of the team that has surprised multiple teams so far. The lanky winger is a team player who is always precise with the ball and can find…
The Nationwide League One has over the years provided an important platform for the best young footballers, offering more competitive games against top-quality opposition, giving players essential experience of international competition and reducing the gap between youth and first-team football. The 2024 New Year Mega Lottery/NLO didn’t end without new feats and records broken by…