In-form Osun United’s rising star, Agbolade Oladayo, continues to make headlines as he stole the show in a preseason friendly against Ibadan-based side Zion Liberty FC on Wednesday, 1st November, 2023. The match, which took place at the Fountain University football pitch in Osogbo, ended in a resounding 7-0 victory for Osun United FC. In…
In response to swirling rumors that he had intentions of shaking up the Osun United backroom staff, the club’s newly appointed chairman, Mr. Akinolu Maxwell, has stepped forward to set the record straight. In an exclusive conversation with Futball Naija, Mr. Maxwell shared his vision for the club and reassured everyone of his commitment to…
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…
Osogbo, Osun State – In a significant move aimed at revitalizing sports in Osun State, the government has announced the constitution of management teams and the appointment of football coaches for both Osun United & Osun Babes Football Clubs. This announcement, made on October 17, 2023, by the Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Sports and…
Osun State Government has charged the recently inaugurated 9-member committee on Sports Commission with the immediate task of revamping the state-owned football clubs, Osun United and Osun Babes. Speaking on behalf of the State Governor, Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi, who also serves as the Commissioner for Sports, emphasized the urgency of preparing for the…
Name Gabriel Lekan Joel Position Centre Defender / Right Back Preferred Foot Right Date of Birth January 21, 2007 Height 1.8 feet (Approximately 1.8 meters) Weight 73 kilograms State of Origin Ife, Osun State Place of Birth Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nationality Nigeria Previous Clubs Diamond FC Osogbo, Olansile FA, Police Machine FC Osogbo, HMK…
Osun United Coach, Ajayi Oluseye, refutes allegations of favoring his own players over indigenous players during the team’s screening exercise “I have more than 10 indeginous players in the team” – Ajayi Oluseye Osogbo: This week, there have been numerous reports suggesting that Ajayi Oluseye, the Head Coach of Osun United football club, prioritized his…
Olatunji Baruwa, the renowned Super Eagles goalkeeper trainer, is poised to become the newest addition to the coaching staff at Nasarawa United Football Club, located in Lafia, Nasarawa State. Mr. Akinolu Maxwell, who serves as Baruwa’s representative, has confirmed that a an agreement has been reached for the former Osun United head coach to assume…
“I’ve heard a series of stories and I’m not afraid to die. Any subsequent money must be deposited into the treasury” – Osun Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi. The Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi, who also serves as the Commissioner for Sports, has unequivocally stated that any future earnings from the transfers…
In a candid conversation with Osun United’s esteemed head coach, Seye Ajayi, we delved into the team’s recent open screening exercise and the concerns voiced by fans regarding the substantial number of players in attendance. With the impending Nigeria National League (NNL) season on the horizon, Coach Seye Ajayi assured us that the club’s strategies…
Sports have always played a significant role in shaping a society, fostering unity, and developing talents. In Osogbo, Osun State, football enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the Nigerian National League (NNL), which is just a few weeks away. However, their excitement is dampened by the deplorable state of the Osogbo Township Stadium, the designated host…