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FROM THE PITCH TO THE DUGOUT

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FROM THE PITCH TO THE DUGOUT        Fasilat Adeyemo Joins FC ROBO International Coaching Crew — A New Chapter Begins Former international player Fasilat Adeyemo  is set to bring fresh energy and insight to the technical bench of FC ROBO International  ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season. The ex-Falconets star has officially joined the club’s coaching crew, and excitement is building around what her experience will add to the squad. Adeyemo is no stranger to the big stage. She was a key figure in Nigeria’s squad at the 2 012 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Japan * , proudly representing the * Falconets * . Her club career featured standout spells with * Confluence Queens FC * and * FC ROBO International * , where she built a reputation as a disciplined, intelligent, and reliable player. In a recent reflection, Adeyemo publicly thanked former coach * Peter Dedevbo * for giving her the platform to shine during the Falconets’ ...

FC ROBO QUEENS ROAR INTO QUEENS CUP FINAL WITH DOMINANT DISPLAY

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FC ROBO QUEENS ROAR INTO QUEENS CUP FINAL WITH DOMINANT DISPLAY FC ROBO Queens have sent a strong message ahead of the 2025/26 NWFL season by cruising into the final of the inaugural Queens Cup — a South West women’s pre-season competition — with a commanding and attacking brand of football. Drawn into a competitive group, Robo Queens wasted no time asserting their dominance: - 6–0 win over Wazbak Ladies - 9–0 demolition of Phoenix Queens  - Narrow 2–1 loss to Remo Queens - 4–1 triumph over Danaz Ladies in the much-anticipated Lagos derby,a replica result of when both sides met in the 2023 LSFA Federation cup final In total, Robo Queens netted an impressive 19 goals, conceding just 3— none from open play against their first-choice goalkeeper. Yahaya Mariam has been the standout name of the competition, banging in 10 goals, showing deadly precision and composure in front of goal. Supporting her in attack, Ajakaye Opeyemi scored 3 goals, while Adegbuyi Oluwakemi added 2 to the tally....

Essential Questions on the Growth of Futsal in Nigeria: A Conversation with Coaches"

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"Essential Questions on the Growth of Futsal in Nigeria: A Conversation with Coaches" Can we meet you sir: Coach: I'm Adam Dauda Kolapo, an 18-year-old futsal coach with an Level 1 Futsal Coach Certificate from England  1.Coach, what’s your take on the current state of Futsal in Nigeria?* Coach Adams: Honestly, it's a bit of a mixed bag. We've had moments of promise, but we still lack consistent support and infrastructure. The passion is there, but we need more resources and government backing to take it to the next level. I'm optimistic, though – with the right investment, we can build a strong futsal culture in Nigeria. 2.Why do you think Nigeria hasn’t developed a female national futsal team yet?*   Coach Adams: That's a tough question, but I think it's largely due to a lack of awareness, resources, and opportunities. Futsal isn't widely known or played among females in Nigeria, and we haven't had the infrastructure or programs to support fe...

Thrilling Start to 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League Super Finals as Kada, Kebbi Fishers Excelled on Day One

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 Thrilling Start to 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League Super Finals as Kada, Kebbi Fishers Shine on Day One The 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) Super Finals kicked off in electrifying fashion at the scenic Jabi Lake Park, Abuja, on Thursday, with fans treated to a feast of goals and high-intensity action as the nation’s top beach soccer teams battled for supremacy. The opening day produced three exciting matches, showcasing top-quality Beach football, individual brilliance, and plenty of entertainment — exactly what the NBSL is known for. In the day’s curtain-raiser, Kada Beach Soccer Club proved too hot to handle for Kebbi United BSC, securing an emphatic 8–5 victory. Kada’s prolific attacker Frank Dozie was the star of the show, scoring four goals and driving his team to a memorable win that earned him the Man of the Match award. His teammates Sani Hassan and Hammed Kareem also impressed, each netting a brace. Kebbi United, despite the defeat, showed great resilience as Sad...

FC ROBO GEARING UP FOR 2025/26 NWFL SEASON

*PRESS RELEASE*   *Date: 6th November 2025 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* *FC ROBO QUEENS SET FOR ELECTRIFYING 2025/26 NWFL SEASON CAMPAIGN* Lagos, Nigeria — FC ROBO INTERNATIONAL proudly announces the commencement of its 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season as the club prepares for a competitive and promising campaign. With home-and-away fixtures set across 18 intense match weeks, the *Robo Queens* are ready to prove their pedigree among Nigeria’s elite women’s teams. After a strong finish in the last campaign, FC ROBO Queens return with renewed focus and a squad brimming with young, dynamic talents ready to compete for top honours. Known for producing Super Falcons stars and national youth players, the club remains committed to developing future champions both on and off the pitch. *Season Fixtures Include:* - Tough Southwest Derbies against *Sunshine Queens, Remo Stars Ladies,* and *Osun Babes* - The long awaited *Lagos Derby* clash against *Dannaz Ladies*, reigniti...