Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup: Eyiowuawi FC set up thrilling final with Hammola Int'l FC

The stage is now set for the final of this year's Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup, as Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC, Ede-South defeated GFCC Ede-North by 2-0 in the second Semi-Final played on Thursday, at the Ido-Osun High School, Ido-Osun.

Goals from Farooq Oyeniyi and Taiwo Lawal in the 65th and 77th minute ensured that the Ede-South based side got to their first ever final. 

Recall that the first Semi-Final played between Hammola Int'l FC and New Dawn FC on Wednesday also ended 2-0 in favour of the Ido-Osun side. 

The final of the tournament between Hammola Int'l FC and Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC will come up this Saturday, January 15th, which is a significant date, as it is the birthday of the late first executive Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke. 

 The Competition, which is dedicated in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adeleke is solely sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam who represents the good people of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State in the National Assembly.

The final of the Competition will be played at 3pm at the Federal Polytechnic Ede, Football Pitch.

Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup: Hammola Int'l FC cruise to final, as organisers present Jerseys to finalists

 

The final of the second edition of the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup is taking shape as Ido-Osun based side, Hammola Int'l FC booked one of the tickets after defeating New United FC of Ejigbo by two goals to nil on Wednesday evening at the Muslim High School Ede Football pitch. 

Two beautiful strike from Adekunle Shakiru and Abiodun Tiamiyu gave the Ido-Osun based side the win needed against a strong New United FC side. 

The 'Lee Bombers' showed class and dexterity right from the start of the game and left no one in doubt in their determination to pick one of the final tickets. 

The Egbedore flag bearers will now meet the winners of the Semi-Final clash between Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC (Ede South) and GFCC FC (Ede North) which will come up at the Ido-Osun High School, Ido-Osun on Thursday Evening.

Customary of the sponsor of the annual grassroot football fiesta, Representative Bamidele Salam, presented both Hamola FC Ido-Osun and New United FC Ejigbo with brand new football kits including a set of 20 pieces Footbal Jerseys with same number of Footbal Hose and a pair of Goalkeeper Glove each. 

The adoring football kits, being the first layer of prizes for outstanding teams in the tournament, are to be used by the teams in the final and the 3rd place playoffs on Saturday.

All roads now lead to Ido-Osun High School for the highly anticipated contest between the other two teams from the ancient city of Ede, who like their counterparts in the other two local governments, will have their match decided at a neutral ground at the Ido-Osun High School.

The Competition, which is dedicated in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adeleke is solely sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam who represents the good people of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State in the National Assembly.

The final of the Competition will come up on the 15th of January 2022 in Ede.

Babatunde Eyiowuawi stroll to Otunba Isiaka Adeleke Memorial Cup Semi-Final

Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC of Ede on Monday cruised past Molababs FC in the first Quarter-Final of the ongoing Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup. 

Eyiowuawi FC who were last year's second runners up dominated in most part of the game and deservedly earned a 2-1 victory over their opponent. 

The Ede-South based side created alot of goalscoring chances and before the hour mark scored the first goal of the game, scoring one more later in the game to become the first side to book a spot in the Semi-Final of the prestigious football tournament held in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke. 

Molababs FC made a flurry of changes mid way in an attempt to turn the tables with an equalizer, but were unable to breach the Eyiowuawi FC defence. 

With this result, Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC will now face the winner of the second quarter final game between GFCC Ede North and Unity FC, which will come up today at the Muslim Grammar School Ede. 

The third quarter final match between Unity FC, Ejigbo and New United FC will come up at the Baptist High School Ejigbo on Thursday, the 6th of January. 

Meanwhile, the date and time for the fourth quarter final game between Hammola FC Ido-Osun and New Dawn FC, Ofatedo will be communicated soon. 

The Competition which is dedicated in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke is solely sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam, who represents the good people of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State in the National Assembly. 

The final of the Competition will come up on the 15th of January 2022 in Ede.

Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup zooms to quarterfinals

 

The Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup is heading into the business end, with four teams already through to the quarter-finals.

Hammola FC of Ido-Osun ended as group winners in the Egbedore centre. Hammola FC won two of their games, drawing just one, while New Dawn FC, Ofatedo came second with five (5) points. 

In Ede North, GFCC Ede and Unity FC ended as group winners and runners up respectively. GFCC Ede North, had a great run in the Competition going past Victory Football Academy and Adegbite FC to book an automatic slot in the quarter finals. 

In the Ejigbo Centre, the final group matches will be played this week, Ifesowapo FC (Isoko) will battle Temidire FC (Ilawo) on Thursday, 30th of December, while Unity FC (Ejigbo) and Temidire FC (Ilawo) will play their last group games on friday, 31st of December. 

In Ede South, Last year's second runner up, Eyiowuawi FC defeated their opponent Molababs FC 1-0 and look to be in a comfortable place to book a  Quarter-Final spot. 

Coordinator of the Competition Oladele Bamiji said he is satisfied with the way the Competition has been going so far. Bamiji also hailed and described  Hon. Bamidele Salam, who is the sole sponsor of the Competition as a man who has great intention and love for his people.

"We are glad and satisfied with the way the competition has been going so far, it is a clear indication that Sports is a major component that brings the old, young and everyone together.

 "People from all four centres have trooped out en masse to give the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup a major boost and we are happy about that. Last year we witnessed massive support from everyone in our Constituency and this year, the support is even more. 

"Specifically, Rep Bamidele Salam have done alot in all areas, and coming out again for the second time to give the youths a platform through Sports, shows that he has his people dear to his heart."

The Competition, which is dedicated in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adeleke is solely sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam who represents the good people of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State in the National Assembly.

The final of the Competition will come up on the 15th of January 2022 in Ede.

Osun Sports Commissioner, Oliseh to grace FUBF Day

 

Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Osun State Honourable Yemi Lawal is among the top personalities that will be guests at the third edition of Family United By Football (FUBF Day) in Osogbo on Sunday, as Barrister Churchill Oliseh, President of Nationwide League One (NLO) club, FC Ebedei will deliver a lecture.

FUBF is a vibrant sports group on social media platform WhatsApp and has the key stakeholders of sports in Osun State and  Nigeria as members.  

The group's admin, Tunde Shamsudeen informed:  "This year's FUBF Day will be one not to forget in a hurry as a few very important personalities(VIPs) who have made their mark in sports will grace the event and also share their success stories.

"One of such persons is Honourable Yemi Lawal. The 'Working Progress' is a square peg in a square hole. In less than two years he has been able to rejuvenate sports in the state. The successes recorded at the Osun State Sports Festival is still fresh in our memories.

"Another is our guest speakers Barrister Churchill Oliseh. A result-oriented individual who has written his name on a platter of gold when it comes to football at the grassroot.

"It's on record that since 1995, there is no medal Nigeria won in football that you won't see a product of FC Ebedei. Churchill Oliseh will deliver a lecture titled: 'Football As A Possible Investments, Principles And Challenges'."

"Also the Special Adviser to Governor Oyetola on Youths and Sports, Aremo Adegboyega Adelabu, and the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Osun State on Sports Development, Vincent Akinbami are guest of the occasion.

"Not forgetting the Osun Sports Council General Manager, Rotimi Dunmoye, President Hammola Int'l FC, Muideen Odeyemi and President HMK, Yemi Adesiyan they too will grace the event." 

Recall Churchill, the elder brother of former Super Eagles coach and the captain is credited with discovering Nigerian internationals like Obafemi Martins, Paul Onuachu (Genk, Belgium), Frank Onyeka (Brentford, England) among others via his platform FC Ebedei.

Osun Apex League: Olansile, Akoment, Fehinty FC show class As NSCDC, Ayedire, Hadji Hammed FC yet to taste victory

It was a big win for Olansile FC who roasted pointless Hadji Hammed FC (5-0) in week 3 of the Osun Apex League. Olaoluwa Pelumi registered the first hat trick in the league to push Omo Mummy Boys to second spot in Group B. 

Fehinty FC also shines as Ido Osun based side walloped AUD All Stars 2-0 in their fortress. Odugbemi Naheem maintained his scoring instinct as his well fascinating opener sent Fehinty FC to top on the log. David O. later increased the tally towards the death.

Ayedire Utd took fight to Orolu as the encounter ended goalless, same way H. M K. and Hammola shared spoils. Qudus opened scoring for H. M. K FC in the first half while Hammola's bulky striker Abbas secured away point for his side at the death in the evening when nature spoke aggressively thereby making Hammola FC to maintain its undefeated status. 

Hammola FC continues to dominate Group A while Victory Police bounced back and occupy second on the log. Os NSCDC and Hadji Hammed are without a point so far. Azeez (HMK FC), Akande Ibraheem ( Olansile FC) and Olaoluwa Pelumi (Olansile FC) are leading the scorers sheet with 3 goals each. 

The top two teams in each group would eventually qualify for Super 4 to determine the actual league winner.

Osun Apex League is packaged and financed by Osun FA under the distinguished sports financier Alhaji Rasaq lshola Mustapha RIM. The Grand Prize of 120, 000 and 100, 000 have been earmarked for the eventual winner and runner’s up. There are countless exciting gifts also for participating teams and individual awards are also in the offing.

Week 4 Fixtures 

Group A

Sat. 2nd October 2021

Otin Babes Vs Akoment 3pm. ( Otin Grams Okuku) 

Sun. 3rd Oct. 2021

Hammola FC Vs Os NSCDC 11am (Osogbo Stadium)

Victory Police Vs H. M. K FC 1pm (Osogbo Stadium) 

Group B

Sat. 2nd October 2021

Ayedire Utd Vs Fehinty FC 3pm ( C H/S Ileogbo)

Hadji Hammed Vs Orolu  LG 3pm (S. O H/S Owode) 

Sun. 3rd Oct. 2021

AUD All Stars Vs Timi Giants FC 3pm (Osogbo Stadium) 

Olansile FC... Bye

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Omoyele, Obasi fire Osun United to crucial win over My People

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