7th U13 JOF Kids Cup: Teams secure key wins as preliminary

The ongoing 7th U-13 JOF Kids Cup continues to deliver exciting action, with young footballers showcasing impressive talent and determination across all centres.

Last weekend witnessed a series of thrilling encounters at both the Ojo Oniyun and Lekki centres, as teams battled fiercely for early dominance in the tournament. The results reflected the high level of competition, sending a clear message that this year’s edition is highly competitive.

At the Ojo Oniyun centre on Friday, Future Talent (Ojo) edged FC Rainbow (Mushin) 1-0. Young Tiger Football Academy (Oshodi) recorded a convincing 3-1 win over Okoto ACA, while Strong Dove (Coker) narrowly defeated Master Football Academy (Yaba) 3-2 in a closely contested match.

At the Lekki centre, Mighty Star (Makoko) secured a 3-1 victory over Gracious Ayo (Ikorodu). Super Rainbow (Iwaya) claimed a slim 1-0 win against Demilade Boys (Ayobo), while ADC Academy (Ogba) defeated Ultimate Football Academy (Coker) 3-1.

Saturday’s fixtures at the Ojo Oniyun centre saw Stallion Future (Aguda) pip Brain Heart Football Academy (Mile 2) 1-0. ROF Kid Football Academy overcame De First Atlanta (Aguda) 3-2, while Phoenix Boys (Apapa) defeated 36 Lion (Ajegunle) 1-0.

At the Lekki centre, Young Talent (Ajegunle) triumphed over Supreme Star (Ajegunle) 2-1. Bravo Sport (Victoria Island) edged Bright Future (Ajegunle) 1-0, while Omonios Football Academy (Otto) secured a 2-0 victory against Radiance Football Academy (Lagos Island).

On Sunday at the Ojo Oniyun centre, The Royal (Makoko) beat ICE Football Academy 2-1. PLT Football Academy (Iwaya) also recorded a 2-1 win over MAFE Academy (Ijegun).

Meanwhile, at the Lekki centre, Smart Striker (Ogun State) claimed a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Tobi Football Academy (Ajah). Rufus Babes (Agbara) edged Dollars Boys (Ifako) 3-2, while Fortune Football Academy (Oshodi) defeated D-Pillar Football Academy (Ojota) 2-1.

The competition continues this weekend, with more fixtures scheduled to take place from March 20 to 22, 2026, across both centres.