The Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle Under-14 Football League reached a thrilling climax at the Nathaniel Idowu Football Pitch, Oregie, where the Super Four finals delivered drama, goals, and a carnival-like celebration of grassroots football.
- +Fortune FA win Ajegunle U-14 League
The one-day finale featured two semi-finals, an All-Star exhibition match, the third-place playoff, and a pulsating final—all played before an electric crowd that turned the venue into a true festival of youth sport.
The one-day finale featured two semi-finals, an All-Star exhibition match, the third-place playoff, and a pulsating final—all played before an electric crowd that turned the venue into a true festival of youth sport.
On the pitch, Fortune FA stormed into the final with a ruthless display. Adebayo Lateef netted a blistering first-half hat-trick, while Odeshola Odunayo added a brace to overwhelm Pure Talent FA, who managed two consolation goals.
The second semi-final was a tense affair, ending goalless before Strong Dove FA held their nerve to win 4–2 on penalties.
In the final, Strong Dove FA struck first through Tejumola Boluwatife, but Fortune FA equalised via Markson Victor. With both sides level at full time, the match was decided by penalties. Fortune FA prevailed 3–2, with Odunayo converting the decisive kick to seal victory.
Fortune FA lifted the trophy and claimed the ₦500,000 prize, with each player also receiving ₦5,000. Strong Dove FA earned ₦300,000, Ajegunle United SC received ₦150,000, and Pure Talent FA took home ₦75,000, while the fifth- and sixth-placed teams were also recognised.
The All-Star game provided entertainment and a breather for the finalists, while inclusion took centre stage as 150 girls from the “Let Her Play Project” were honoured with certificates, food packs, and cash gifts—a landmark gesture underscoring the foundation’s commitment to both boys and girls in sport.
Adding colour to the spectacle was Prince Abayomi Ogunjimi, National President of the Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club, whose group brought their trademark drumming and dancing, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a Super Eagles matchday.
Ogunjimi praised the organisers—the Ajeromi-Ifelodun Sports Council, led by McAnthony Anaelechukwu—for their professionalism and dedication to youth development, while also commending Yemi Idowu’s continued investment in grassroots football.
The season will culminate next month at the New Maracana Sports Complex, Tolu, where the Best XI and individual award winners will be unveiled.
