The Bright Osayi U13 Football Tournament, a premier age-grade football event within the three senatorial districts of Edo State, will enter its second round in the Southern senatorial district on Monday, with 13 teams advancing from the initial stage, platinumnewsng.com is reporting.
The tournament, which has drawn attention not only in the state but the entire country, is organized in collaboration between Super Eagles full-back Bright Osayi-Samuel and the Edo State Football Association (Edo FA).
This initiative aims to provide young players in Edo State with the opportunity to compete against their peers, gaining valuable experience and exposure. Bright Osayi, whose commitment to grassroots football development is well-known, is working closely with Edo FA to ensure that the tournament serves as a platform for nurturing future football stars.
The second-round matches will kick off on Monday and continue on Tuesday at the Crescent Sports Center in Benin City. The teams, having demonstrated their skills in the first round, are now set to battle it out for a place in the next stage of the tournament.
Monday Fixtures for Second Round of Bright Osayi U13 Football Tournament.
Tuesday Fixtures for Second Round of Bright Osayi U13 Football Tournament.
The Bright Osayi Football Tournament not only promotes the sport within the state but also shows the importance of providing opportunities for children development in football.
After enjoying successful seasons with Fenerbahçe, Osayi-Samuel earned his first international call-up for Nigeria on November 11, 2022, to play in a friendly match against Portugal. He made his international debut as a starter, playing the full 90 minutes. In 2023, Osayi-Samuel was selected as part of Nigeria’s 25-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations, where the team finished as runners-up.