EXCELLENT FOOTBALL CLUB CROWNED CHAMPIONS OF OKE UMURHOHWRO FOOTBALL COMPETITION

Ughelli, Nigeria - December 23, 2024 - In a thrilling conclusion to the 5th edition of the Oke Umurhohwo football competition, Excellent Football Club of Ughelli emerged victorious, defeating Super Sheraton Football Club 5-3 in a penalty shootout. The match had ended 0-0 at full time, with both teams displaying exceptional skill and determination.

The highly anticipated final was played at the Ughelli Township Stadium, with a large crowd of enthusiastic supporters cheering on their favorite teams. Despite the intense pressure, Excellent Football Club's players demonstrated remarkable resilience and teamwork, ultimately securing the championship title.

Head Coach Aaron Azebry was beaming with pride as he praised his team's performance, saying, "I am proud of the resilience displayed by my young lads. They dug deep and gave their all to emerge champions. This victory is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence."

The winning penalty kicks were scored by Awah Jerkins, Ogbodu Frank, Omere Jeffrey, Ikechukwu, and Kennedy Bobo, who all demonstrated remarkable composure and skill under pressure.

In a post-match statement, CEO of Excellent Football Club, Mr. Onome Ikrechero Johnbull, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Oke Umurhohwo for organizing a successful and highly competitive tournament.

He also congratulated his team on their impressive achievement, stating, "This is our second title in the month of December, following our win at the My Crypto tournament 2024. Winning two trophies in December is the perfect way to celebrate this season. I am incredibly proud of our team's accomplishments and look forward to seeing them continue to excel in the future."

The championship title marks an exciting milestone for Excellent Football Club, and the team is eager to build on this success in the coming year.

EXCELLENT FOOTBALL ACADEMY GEARS UP FOR VICTOR IKPEBA FOOTBALL CHALLENGE WARRI (4TH EDITION)

Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria - The CEO of Excellent Football Academy, Mr. Onome Ikrechero Johnbull, has expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge Warri (4th Edition), stating that the tournament will provide a major platform to further expose the young talents in the academy.

As the team intensifies its training for the competition, Mr. Johnbull emphasized the importance of football challenges like this in the development, exposure, and enjoyment of young footballers.

The 5-A-Side competition, specifically designed for the U-20 category, is scheduled to take place from December 19th to 21st, 2024, at the D Clouds Arena, located after the Osubi Airport in Osubi, Delta State.

The tournament promises to be an exciting display of youthful football talent, with participating teams competing for a star prize of Three Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira (#350,000). The 1st and 2nd runner-up teams will receive #200,000 and #150,000, respectively, while the 4th-placed team will receive #100,000.

The full squad list for Excellent Football Academy is as follows:

1. Godstime Adara (5)

2. Jonathan Omoniwhofa (80)

3. Smart Praise (81)

4. Emuakpeje Joel (31)

5. Ogahenekome Godswill (6)

6. Martins Omoniwhofa (11)

7. Oghenevwogaga Marvelous (44)

8. Power Peter (28)

9. Ewuroghenerue ThankGod (12)

The U-20 Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge Warri (4th Edition) is proudly sponsored by the bet9ja Foundation, with this year's theme being "Giving back in memory of Mr. Dipo Sotuminu."

For more information, please contact:

Mr. Onome Ikrechero Johnbull

CEO, Excellent Football Academy

[Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria]

07065428262