Dearth of Grassroot Talents Bane of Nigeria Football

By Jahrock Ujewe The dearth of grassroot talents has been identified as the bane of development in Nigeria football. This was noted during the maiden press conference of the 2019 Bet9ja Royal Cup on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the DFA Patrick Okpomo Football House, Asaba. Speaking at the ceremony, the chairman of the Local Organising Committee, LOC, and Head, Finance Sub Committee, Marvel Dick said the urgent need to revive the football game from the grassroot informed the idea to make competition a statewide tournament. Mr Dick, a Bet9ja…

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Royal Cup Organisers Congratulate Warri Wolves on NNL Playoff Qualification

The organisers of the 2019 Bet9ja Royal Cup have congratulated Warri Wolves on their qualification for the Nigeria National League, NNL, playoffs following their 3 – 3 draw with Ibom Youths. In a press statement by the organisers, they commended the Seasiders for securing that result against the Uyo-based club, describing it as a priceless feat. “The outcome of that game in Uyo on Sunday afternoon speaks volume of the determination of the club’s management and players to take Warri Wolves to its rightful place in domestic football. The organisers…

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