The first fixture of Matchday 3 lived up to the billing as two fabulous goals were scored from set plays by both teams in the first half.

Hammola, a Nationwide League One Division One team from Osun State, were brave enough to take a surprise lead in the 11th minute via a set-piece from Olajugba Ayokunle that beat goalkeeper Charles Tambe.

Experienced Cameroon shot stopped and could not help but spill the ball into his own goal as he attempted to force a save.

Hammola’s one-goal lead only lasted for 23 minutes, as Remo Stars Odibo Godwin got the equaliser after a lovely finish from a Seun Odunsi assist.

With the game nearing half-time, Hammola regained the lead courtesy of a cool finish from Olarenwaju Habeeb, who beat his marker to lob the ball beyond the reach of Tambe, to the top right corner of the goal to make it 2-1.

Former MFM and Enyimba right-back Stanley Okorom displayed captain stuff, as he put the game on level terms with a sublime free kick in the first minute of added time.

Eleven minutes into the second half, Remo Stars showed why they’re an NPFL side, after Mujeeb Odufeso punished Hammola’s backline, creating space for himself to score his team’s third with a decent finish.

As the NLO side searched for their third goal, they then got punished on the counterattack in added time.

Samuel Anakwe put the game beyond Hammola with the sixth goal of the game and fourth for Remo Stars.

The management of Nationwide League One outfits, Hammola lnt’l FC of Ido Osun have named coach Mudathir Adekunle as the club’s head coach but in acting capacity.

Following the resignation letter received from the club’s Technical Adviser, Abdulazeez Abdulrasaq, the management have since pronounced Mudathir Adekunle as the head of technical crew.

Jamiu Mudathir Adekunle, a certified NIS coach who has worked as assistant to the just departed coach will continue to pilot the technical affairs henceforth untill the new technical adviser will be named.

With a nose for players development and stability, Mudathir has proved himself beyond doubt that he even command the respects of players on and off the pitch.

Lee Bombers as they are fondly called will aim to finish in appreciable position on the Nationwide League One Division One log and finally debut in the National Challenge Cup tagged Aiteo Cup 2022.

The annual competition, which is created to integrate professionals with amateur players and also to discover talents started on an entertaining note with 9 goals scored on the first day.

The first game of the day saw Mokwa FA claim a 2-1 win over a strong-willed Olanshile Football Academy.

Yunusa Isah opened the scoring in the 11th minute from a well taken spot kick, before Olansile responded quickly with a fine goal from Fakunle Abayomi in the 19th minute.

Liman Musa put Mokwa FA back in front in the 32nd minute. The Niger boys closed shop and sealed three points.

Meanwhile, in the second game of the day, Abraysport FC cruised to a 2-1 victory over Hammola Int’l FC courtesy of a brace from Omolaoye Abiodun.

In the last game of the day, Amapro Selected gave a good account of themselves losing 2-1 to NPFL All Stars.

Shola Abdulraheem scored the opener for NPFL All Stars with a fine strike inside the area in the 23rd minute before Yakub Hammed extended the lead with a screamer in the 29th minute.

Minutes into the second half, Abdulrahman Bashir missed the chance of putting the game beyond Amapro Selected as he hit the crossbar from the penalty spot.

Amapro Selected got back in the game after Oyelade Michael scored from the spot in the 70th minute. However, despite the fight from Amapro Selected, NPFL All-Stars still saw out the win in style.

Games continue on Tuesday with scouts ready to select the talented players.

Day One Results:

Mokwa FA 2-1 Olansile FA
Hammola Int’l FC 1-2 Abraysport FC
NPFL All-stars 2-1 Amapro Selected

Proprietor of Hammola football club Muideen Odeyemi has commended organisers of Amapro football championship in what he described as a fantastic initiative.

Hammola FC suffered a 2-1 defeat to Abraysports in their opening match of the 6th edition of Amapro football championship which kicked off on Monday 23rd of August before playing out a goalless draw with ABS FC of Ilorin in their second game on Tuesday morning at the Kwara State Complex Stadium.

Speaking to news men just after their draw with ABS FC, the club owner said, “This is a well organized championship. Assembling talents across the country to showcase themselves is a good initiative,” he enthused.

“I commend the organizers on the work put in place to see that we enjoy fair officiating in the championship.

Despite recording just one point from two games, he however expressed confidence in his side’s ability as he believe they have what it takes to qualify on day 3.

“Football is a game of opportunities, I am satisfied with what my team played yesterday and today, one point from two games is not bad, we still have the chance to qualify,” he added.

The young administrator also revealed that his love for sports and football inspired him into starting up the team to take talents off the streets for a better future.

Aftermath of the 2020/2021 Nigeria Nationwide League One season in which Lee-Bombers debuted in a brilliant fashion, the managements on behalf of the technical crew and players have acknowledged the contribution of football stakeholders in the state and beyond to the club.

Barely two months after its formation, Lee-Bombers as they are fondly called took the bull by the horn in fulfilling all righteousness by satisfying NLO requirements which include but not limited to; affiliation with state FA, registration with Corporate Affairs Commission, payment of necessary fees to NLO secretariat.

In its bid to ensure optimum efficiency, the club hit the ground running with formidable recruitments in all its departments.

The procurement of player’s van saved the club from unnecessary match day drama and ensured timely arrival at match venues.

In its debut season, the club performed above expectations having won 2 games, drew 2 and lost its only game against the centre leader, Seat Of God who made it to promotion playoff before eventually losing to Ottasolo FC.

The proficient club General Manager Coach Abdul Rasheed Adeleke while briefing media this morning hailed impacts of football stakeholders for Club’s achievements thus far;

“We are glad for everything we have been able garner under two months of club’s birth.

“Our outing in the league this season isn’t bad because we paraded fresh legs who just played the league for the first time. We are happy for the exposures as we are assuring our people to build on what is on ground.

“We are on a temporary break since returning from llorin, the break is needed for boys to recover from injuries and knocks following a successive games played under intense atmosphere.

“We shall therefore resume for football activities tomorrow Wednesday 24th March 2021. We are greatful to the CEO Muhydeen Odeyemi for providing platforms and necessary supports. We equally extend our appreciation to state FA, sports writers and supporters for believing in what we are doing,” he concluded.

As the state Challenge Cup tagged ‘Ooni FA Cup’ is set to take a center stage, the club would participate and hope to vie for the sole trophy.

A brilliant debut for Ido-Osun based outfit Hammola FC at the ongoing Nationwide League One 2020/2021 season played on the turf of Kwara Football Academy.

Babatunde Sodiq finished off a stunning move to open the scoring after some laborious inputs and Nurudeen Ganiyu’s drive deflected off the woodwork as Hammola FC pip their opponent from Jos to remain on course at the centre.

Lee Bombers had earlier struggled to impose themselves on the contest, as Mighty Jets Feeders fired up from the blast of the whistle only to have their efforts flew across goal in the second minute.

Hoppers tutored side gradually grew into the game, in the second half as they enjoyed much of the possession. Arthur and Sodiq were on rampage for the most of the time as possession keep swinging intermittently.

Adewale Saheed was also called to duty oftentimes as he forces some saves in the critical stages of the contest. Gbotemi Abdulahi was so gallant at the back as he curtailed some dangerous moves by Jets forward Sulaimon Haruna.

The wasteful Jets had themselves to blame for agonizingly missing what could have been a leveller at the death.

Speaking to Journalists after the heated duel, Coach Abdul Azeez Abdul Rasaq believes his wards could offer more as he rained encomium on his charges for putting up the superlative performances.

“My boys are aware how difficult is it to win the first game. I want to specially appreciate their character and confidence as we grind the needed points.

“Going forward we are aware our group is filled with ambitious sides and we won’t leave anything to chance.

“We will have a time to review and prepare for the next task as we would be taking it one after the other. We want to imprint our own trademark in this season being a debut season and l believe we can go all the way to create a necessary spark,” revealed one time Knights FC gaffer.

Hoppers as he’s fondly called would be looking forward to outclass his former employer who lost to their rival from Ekiti. The two sides would square up on Thursday at the turf of Kwara Football Academy in the second game of the group.

Ahead of the new NLO season, Hammola International Football Club of Ido-Osun has landed in llorin with very high expectations after a rigorous preseason activities.

As teams gear up and arrive for new NLO season, the Lee Bombers as they are fondly called gleefully touched down in high spirit. One could notice how players and officials calmly set their attention immediately on the warranted impetus.

Having unveiled its personnel and iconic kits few days back, with the addition of newly acquired bus and necessary equipments for optimum effectiveness, the club is poised for a big statement when the league finally underway on Monday.

The club under the able leadership of Coach cum Football Administrator AbdulRasheed Adeniran has fulfilled all righteousness required by organizers. Having affiliated with state of Osun FA, registered with Corporate Affairs Commission, completed players license on-time, with participation fee also paid, Lee Bombers are battle ready and gear up for the big task.

Again, the club’s camp boobles today after being given clean bill of health as samples of players and officials taken for mandatory Covid-19 test returned negative.

All eye would be on KFA centre later today as teams converge for draws and prematch activities. Hammola FC are having the ambition of picking the sole ticket in the centre.

Ambitious Nationwide League One (NLO) (division One) side Hammola International FC of Ido Osun on Friday unveiled former Osun Babes Head Coach, Abdulazeez Abdulrazaq as the club’s new technical adviser.

In his address during the well organised unveiling ceremony, the President of the club, Muideen Odeyemi, popularly knows as ‘Odhelee’ said the club was found mainly to encourage home grown talent and give them a chance to excel to the world.

“We are optimistic that this initiative will give opportunities to many young players around our environment, playing in the NLO division One will ensure the players get the chance to showcase themselves.

“We aim to progress through to the Nigeria National League next season and that is alot of work to do.

“The new manager is experienced and one who have managed some notable clubs in the past. He was with Osun Babes, Knight FC and is also the assistant manager of the South-west U-13 and U-15 team. We are hopeful and know he is going to do a great job with us. He concluded.

Also speaking, Team Manager of club and Chairman Grassroot Football Coaches Association of Nigeria (Osun), Rasheed Adeleke in his words reiterated on the words of ‘Odhelee’ , highlighting the aim behind Hammola International FC.

“Our vision is to transform local talents into greatness, as a club, we have about 85% of local talents in the team, and also we are well instituted and want to do things the right way, because that is what we believe in. The team is disciplined and we aim to achieve our set out goals.” He concluded.

In their speeches, Former Chairman of Egbedore Local Government, Hon. Kola Ajao, Renowned Sports Philanthropist Muideen Elebuibon, Sports Adminstrator Suleiman Folarin, Osun State F.A Secretary, Amoo Abayomi, Grassroots Football Coach, Akin Oyedunmola and Top Sports Journalists, Tunde Shamsudeen all expressed confidence that the new manager would take the club to the expected height.

Speaking after his unveiling, Coach Abdulazeez Abdulrazaq said he joined Hammola FC International to achieve success, adding that he was happy to be part of the Ido-Osun based club, setting an NNL target for himself.