Martins backs young Lagos talents for Serie A opportunities
Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has praised the standout players from the Italian Consulate General U-20 Cup in Lagos, expressing confidence in their potential to play in Serie A. Martins, who served as an ambassador for the tournament, promised to use his connections to help top talents secure trials with European clubs. The competition, held at Mobolaji Johnson Stadium, featured eight teams and aimed to foster youth development and cultural exchange. Other notable figures, including Christian Obodo and Italian Consul General Ugo Bani, also commended the high standard of play and the opportunities created for Nigerian youth.
Match highlights
- Obafemi Martins said he was impressed by the players’ skills and pledged to connect top talents with clubs in Europe.
- The Italian Consulate General U-20 Cup in Lagos featured eight teams and served as a platform for talent identification.
- Tournament organiser Emmanuel Omijeh revealed that 40 players were scouted, with 20 to be selected for a trip to Italy.
- Christian Obodo and technical director Ken Enofe praised the quality and potential of the players, noting the need for further development.
- The winning team and selected standout players will travel to Italy for trials, aiming to secure professional contracts.
