.….Customs Comptroller-General Adeniyi Praises the Competition
The Abuja All Stars Veterans Tournament drew even more attention as top dignitaries, including the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, graced the event on match day two on Tuesday.
The tournament has quickly become a premier gathering for not just retired footballers but also influential figures from various sectors.
Adeniyi, visibly impressed by the level of play despite many players being well into their 40s and 50s, expressed his admiration, giving a thumbs-up to the participating teams for their skill, energy, and passion.
The tournament, which boasts some of Nigeria’s football legends like Samson Siasia, Austin Eguavoen, Garba Lawal, and Tijani Babangida as its ambassadors, has also attracted a slew of national celebrities and former Super Eagles players.
It has provided a unique opportunity for these icons to network, reconnect with old friends, and relive the camaraderie of their playing days.
The atmosphere of the competition has turned into a melting pot of sportsmanship and nostalgia, making it an event of both football and social significance.
On the field, Kuje All Stars have established themselves as early tournament favorites after extending their unbeaten run with back-to-back victories at the ongoing Abuja All Stars Veterans Tournament at the Moshood Abiola National stadium ,FIFA goal project, Abuja.
Their precise passing, disciplined defense, and clinical finishing have made them the team to beat, and other competitors will need to step up to dethrone them.
In group C, Gwagwalada All Stars are also making waves, following up their opening day win with a dominant 5-1 thrashing of Capital Sportiff Sports Club.
The match was a one-sided affair, with Gwagwalada’s superiority evident from the start.
Capital Sportiff, despite pulling one goal back, was unable to match the fluidity and tactical prowess of Gwagwalada, further highlighting the gulf in class between the two sides.
As the Veterans Tournament progresses, the competition is heating up, with several teams emerging as potential challengers for the title.
Kuje and Gwagwalada All Stars have set the pace with their unbeaten runs, but with teams like Jabi All Stars and USF showing their potential, the road to victory is far from certain.
Will Kuje and Gwagwalada continue their dominance, or will another team rise to challenge them? Only time will tell.
The presence of high-profile guests and national legends continues to add to the prestige of the event, making it one of the most anticipated tournaments in the region.
With the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi and other captains of industry in attendance.
The Veterans Tournament is not only becoming a showcase of football talent but also an important social event that is bringing together leaders from various sectors.
The tournament promises more excitement as it heads into the next round of matches.
The competition started on August 31, 2024. The winner will take home N1 million, while the runner-up will receive N750,000, the third-place team N500,000, and the fourth-place team N250,000.
