Koller FA U-18 Suffered Elimination In Emir's Cup As U12 and U14 Back To Winning Ways

*Koller FA U-18 Suffered Elimination In Emir's Cup As U12 and U14 Back To Winning Ways*

Michael Odetunde 

Koller Football Academy  bounced back to victory in the ongoing YEG U-14 Kiddies League. 

The pulsating encounter which was played at KFA pitch over the weekend saw grits, passion and energy from both sides. 

But Abdulhameed Yunus's 39 minutes strike gave Koller FA a narrow win over Solicitor FA. 

The victory over Solicitor FA will served as restoring of confidence for the boys after a patchy form in the previous games. 

The team who had been having a shaky form in their previous games put incredible performance in the game. 

And in the Elite U12 Super League, Koller FA boys coasted to a resounding, polished and bravery 3-0  victory over Apex Star. 

The U12 team showed more power and superiority in front of goal. 

It wasn't the results, Coach Jampa wanted as the U-18 Boys suffered an elimination against Kzeez FC in round 16 of the ongoing 2024 Emir of Ilorin Cup. 

The team lost 4-2 on  penalty shootout after the game ended 0-0 in normal regulation time. 

The defeat will served as a lesson with an incredible experience to the boys as they prepared ahead for other challenges in front of them. 

Recall the team, had an  impressive outings in the group stage of the competition without tasting a defeat but the lost in the knockout stage will shaped the boys for the next challenge.

Emir Cup 2024: Koller Football Academy Wary Of Kzeez FC Ahead Of Round 16 Tie

Emir Cup 2024: Koller Football Academy Wary Of Kzeez FC Ahead Of Round 16 Tie

Koller Football Academy's players said they are confident ahead of the Sunday round 16 encounter against Kzeez FC in the ongoing Emir of Ilorin Cup 2024. 

The team's representative Pelumi Samuel stated this with Academy's media on Saturday 2nd, November 2024. 

He noted that, the team's performance in the group stage will spur them against their opponents in Sunday's  game. 

Pelumi noted that, the team needs to maintain concentration and improved in their ball play from the blast of the whistle to achieve a positive result. 

"We just need to improve on our ball play, I know the team we are playing tomorrow so we have to go on them with force from the beginning til the end of the game and if we can play as team will surely get a positive result" 

He hailed one of the parents who has motivated the team ahead of the encounter, saying this will give them hope in the encounter. 

He also praised the coaches for keeping their soul and minds together in the rigorous training as this as improved them tremendously. 

Pelumi noted that, the team are not push overs as they ready and raring to compete in Sunday's game. 

Pelumi Samuel however appreciated the board for supporting their career in cash and kind through to the Academy. 

"We appreciate the boards because country is not been easy and they keep supporting our career a huge thank you to the boards" 

Koller Football Academy will take on Kzeez FC in the round 16 on Sunday billed for 12 pm at KFA pitch at Kwara State Stadium, Ilorin.

Director of the Academy speaks on progress of Academy U18, U16, and U14

*Emir Cup 2024: Koller FC Director, Coach Jibril Commends Technical Crew For Qualifications To Round 16* 

*By: Michael Odetunde* 

Koller Football Club, have booked their place into the round 16 of the ongoing Emir of Ilorin Cup 2024. 

The team was awarded 3 points and 3 goals after their opponents Young Talent FA failed to show up for the encounter on Saturday. 

Recall, Koller FC already had 6 points in their first and second games after they defeated Peculiar FC 4-0 and La Planet 1-0 respectively. 

The team under Coach Muhammed Jampa are yet to concede a goal in the tournament and will take on Dolly P in their last group game on Tuesday. 

In the same vein, the U-14 boys of the team played out a goalless draw against Unicorn FA in the Kwara YEG Kiddies U-14 League. 

The pulsating encounter which was played at KFA pitch on Saturday saw Coach Lambe Jamiu's side missed every begging chances as they settled for a point. 

In the Kwara Youth League, the U-16 Boys unbeaten run was ended after losing to Future Stars 2-1. 

Coach Issa Abdulkadir led side who have been running riots over their opponents in the league tasted their first league defeat.

Director of the Academy, Coach Usman Jibril commended all the technical crew for the good in the various tournament participating in. 

Usman Jibril, commended the Head Coach of U-18 Boys, Coach Muhammed Jampa for the perfect job at the Emir's Cup. 

He stated that, Coach Jampa has been making his name known to the world by making use of the youth players promoting, and giving them the opportunity. 

He stressed that, he's is very proud of him for being the part of rebuilding activities at the Academy. 

"We are very proud of him for what he has being doing at the Academy is part of our rebuilding activities" 

Jibril while reacting to the halting of U-16 unbeaten run, stated that the rescheduled of the match contributed to the defeat, noting that the team were unsettled and lost concentration. 

Coach Usman Jibril however charged the U-16 Boys to believe and take the next game serious as the defeat will served as good lesson to them.

Abdulbasit Zakariyah scored a brace to secured koller FA first victory at Elite League

*Elite U12 Super League: Abdulbasit Scores First Half Brace As Koller FA Defeats Musty FA In a Pulsating Encounter* 

Zakariyah Abdulbasit scored first half brace as Koller FA defeated Musty FA 2-0 in week 2 of the Elite U12 Super League. 

Zakariyah scored in 1 and 28 minutes of the pulsating encounter to give his side a bravery and polished victory. 

The game which was played at Sheikh Abdulquadri College Pitch on Sunday saw Koller FA started on a front foot. 

Koller FA who were known with their attacking style of football enjoyed largely of possession in the game. 

Koller FA unsettled their opponents in the early minutes with Zakariyah Abdulbasit pounced home from a close range efforts to put his team into the lead. 

He scored the second goal close to half hour mark with a nice cool finish. 

Musty FA also looked promising as they pressed to reduce the scoreline but Koller FA showed how good they while defending. 

Koller FA pressed for more goals but the two quick goals in the first half from Zakariyah Abdulbasit sealed the victory.

Head Coach, Zakarideen Oloriegbe expressed satisfaction on the victory, praising the boys for the incredible performance. 

He further praised the solidity of the defence of the team for shielding the goal area, affirming that he is working assiduously for further improvement.  

Coach Zakarideen Oloriegbe noted that the boys are brimming in confidence with the winning mentality and will continue their impressive performance in the league.

Idris Mubarak goal secured 3 maximum points for koller FA

*Emir Cup 2024: Idris Mubarak Scores As Koller FC Secured Second Victory* 

Koller Football Club secured their second victory in the ongoing Emir of Ilorin Cup 2024 after they defeated La Planet SA 1-0 in a close contested encounter. 

The thrilling game which was played on Tuesday saw both teams showed their mettle. 

Koller FC hard fought victory over their opponents was the testament to the motivation driven from the team captain Alatise Mudashir. 

Alatise who promised a win while speaking with the media team after their resounding 4-0 victory in the first match against Peculiar FC on Monday ahead of the encounter did it in style. 

The players showed their worth against one of the  toughest opponents in the group and is another confidence booster for the players and the coaching crew. 

Idris Mubarak only goal of the match secured Koller FA maximum points. 

Koller FC have now scored five goals conceding none in both games as they forged ahead in the competition. 

With two wins, the team is now in pole position of making it out the group comprises of five teams. 

Director of the Club, Coach Jibril Usman appreciated God for the victory. He also dedicated the victory to the University graduands, Director of ABS FC Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka and Yemi Sodeeq from the University of Ilorin 

"We appreciate God for the victory and today's victory is dedicated to all the graduands from University of Ilorin, starting from Yemi Sodeeq and Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka, Director of ABS FC" 

Coach Jibril stated that, the squad was a mixture of young lads coming together with total dedication and believe

that gave them the victory. 

"It was due to total dedication of the boys who come together with a very strong spirit and certain believe, the squad was a mixture of U-17 and U-16 Boys who really want to work hard" 

He further appreciated, the board most especially patron for their sacrifice and wonderful job for bringing and uniting the boys together and giving them an avenue. 

The Head Coach, Coach Jampa has now won two consecutive matches at Koller FA. 

Koller FC will next be in action when they face Young Talent FA in third match on Sat 26 at the same venue by 2pm and will trade tackle against Dolly P on 29 Oct in their last group game.

ALATISE MUDATHIR ON VICTORY AGAINST PECULIAR FC

*Emir Cup 2024: Koller FC Captain Alatise Mudashir Delights On The Victory Over Peculiar FC* 

Captain of Koller Football Club, Alatise Mudashir has expressed his delight over his team resounding victory over Peculiar Football Club in the ongoing Emir of Ilorin Cup 2024. 

Alatise Mudashir made this known to the club media after the victory. 

Koller Football Academy coasted to bravery and polished victory as they dismantled Peculiar FC  4-0 in an opener played on Monday. 

Mudashir said the rigorous training from the coaches before the commencement of the tournament transformed and gave the team an edge over Peculiar FC. 

He noted that, tactical discipline from the gaffers gave the team a balance from the defence, midfield and to the attack. 

He thanked God for the victory,  dedicating the win to the board of the team. 

Alatise Mudashir promised the fans and supporters a better performance in the tournament. 

Mudashir cited that, the team is brim in confidence as the victory will spur them going forward. 

He highlighted that, there target is to lift the elusive trophy, noting that with hard work, resilience and determination it can be achieve. 

Koller Football Club will next be in action when they take on La Planet SA in the second match on Tuesday (tomorrow) at the same venue by 2pm.

Koller Football Academy secure sponsorship deal with AFC Limited

Koller Football Academy secure sponsorship deal with AFC Limited 

Koller Football Academy has sealed a sponsorship deal with AFC Limited.

This development follows an extensive discussions between the representatives of the Academy and the CEO of the AFC Limited, Mr. Lukman Balogun over the weekend.

The AFC boss was convinced with the project of the Academy and agreed to partner with the team to enhance more development.

According to the founder of the Academy, Mr Usman Jibril, the deal is an opportunity for the team to move to the next level.

"This is a great development for us. We are grateful to Almighty Allah for this wonderful Partnership with the Company.

"I want to specially thank our able Patron, Mr.Ogunlana Moruff for facilitating this huge opportunity. We appreciate his trust, dedication and support always, he is a father to us at the Academy"

In his own reaction, the AFC Limited boss, Mr. Lukman Balogun promised to support the Academy project in order to raise its standard.

A widely travelled Mr. Lukman is an IT expert and graduate of University of Ilorin who studied Finance  holds various certificates in Telecommunication courses.

Mr. Balogun said, "I love football very much and I love  giving back to the Society. This partnership will enable us to do a lot of things together and we will make sure that lot of dreams are fullfilled" 

AFC Limited is an ICT service maintenance provider, agribusiness and general contractor with seasoned professionals.

The sponsorship deal is expected to bring about a turnaround for Koller Football Academy as it seeks to enhance players development  and the capacity of its managers.

The Academy believes that the development will bring a lot of success and also help fulfill their core tasks and  meet the standard. 

AFC Limited will be providing training materials, jerseys and other essentials that will enhance the development of the Academy.

Founded in 2015, Koller FA is deeply rooted in the cause of developing talent and helping them reach their goals.