The Kwara State/FA Sport Showcase Tourney got off to an exciting start on Monday, with young footballers showcasing their skills and vying for a chance to be discovered by European scouts.
The tournament, held at the Kwara State Stadium, saw eight matches played on the first day, with teams displaying impressive talent and determination.
Kwara Football Academy (KFA) led the way with a 2-0 victory over Star Builders, thanks to a late brace from Fawas Saka. DollyP SA also secured a 1-0 win against Abraysports FC, while Unicorn FA and Na Royal FC played out a goalless draw.
Laycon FC impressed with a 2-0 win over La Planet SA while A.S Koppan FC from Ghana defeated SGFC Athletics 1-0. Dohz SA and Dickalo FC also recorded 1-0 victories against Barrier SC and Offa FC, respectively.
European scouts who were on ground expressed this delight in the quality of players who participated in the programme.
The tournament continues on Tuesday with the following fixtures:
– Kwara Football Academy vs Stars Builders Academy – 8am
– SGFC Athletics vs Dolly P – 9am
– Abray Sports vs AS Koppan FC – 10am
– DOHZ Sports Academy vs LA Planet – 11am
– Barrier FA vs Dickalo FC – 3pm
– Offa FC vs Unicorn FA – 4pm
– Laycon FC vs NA Royal FC – 5pm
The Kwara State/FA Sport Showcase Tournament is an initiative aimed at discovering and developing young football talents in the state, with the goal of promoting them to international levels
