Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets (U-17) played out a 1-1 draw against China U-17 in their third match at the CFA Team China International Youth Football Tournament in Yinchuan, China. The Golden Eaglets produced another determined performance, showing resilience and quality against the host nation to secure a hard-earned point.6. The result reflects the team’s steady progress…
Buruj Sports Academy is delighted to announce that Obiora Jacob Iyida, a 14-year-old attacker, has signed a contract extension under the Academy’s Football and Education Programme. A native of Enugu State, Obiora joined Buruj Sports Academy as an SS1 Commercial Class student and has continued to demonstrate exceptional dedication, discipline, and steady development both academically…
Buruj Sports Academy is delighted to announce that Prosperity Samuel Anionovo, a 15-year-old left-back/left winger, has signed a contract extension under the Academy’s Football and Education Programme. A native of Enugu State, Prosperity joined Buruj Sports Academy from JSS2 and has continued to make outstanding progress both academically and on the football pitch. His dedication,…
Buruj Sports Academy is delighted to announce that Ridwan Olawale Salaudeen, a 15-year-old midfielder, has signed a contract extension under the Academy’s Football and Education Programme. Ridwan joined Buruj Sports Academy as an SS1 Science student and has shown remarkable progress both academically and on the football field. Through his hard work, discipline, and commitment,…
Today, we celebrate a talented attacker, Anjolaoluwa Josiah Idowu, a former player of Buruj Football Club and now making strides with Apolonia FC. As you clock 19 years old today, may this new chapter bring greater success, good health, happiness, and countless achievements both on and off the pitch. Your dedication, hard work, and passion…
Buruj Sports Academy continues to build a reputation for developing exceptional young football talents as Tunmise Todowede and Kingsley Nweke made their Nationwide League One (NLO) debut today against G12 FC at the National Stadium. Tunmise Todowede, a gifted 13-year-old midfielder and SS1 student, alongside Kingsley Nweke, a promising JSS2 student and striker, stepped onto…
Iyida Jacob Obiora combines both football and education at Buruj Sports Academy, where he continues to develop academically and professionally as one of the academy’s promising young talents.
What began as a bold grassroots football vision in Ikorodu is now rapidly transforming into one of the most ambitious youth football projects in Nigeria. Buruj Sports Academy has officially unveiled plans for a state-of-the-art football stadium complex after securing six acres of land in Ikorodu, Lagos State — a development many believe could redefine…
Following the appointment of a new Nigeria U-17 male national team coach earlier this month, Buruj Sports Academy talented midfield duo, Raheem Moyinoluwa Salaudeen (16) and Fawas Ayomide Adeleke (15), remain ready and hopeful for a national team call-up. The highly-rated youngsters have previously represented Nigeria at U-15 level in international competitions and developmental tournaments…
The talented 13-year-old JSS 3 student of Air Force Comprehensive School joins the academy with high hopes of developing his football career while continuing his education. Known for his passion, energy, and composure in midfield, Elijah is regarded as one of the promising young talents to watch. The unveiling ceremony, attended by his father, highlighted…
