*Faith Akindele*
A new chapter in youth football development begins as Abu Ali, former professional football player and CEO of Arlee Sportif, enters into a two-year collaboration with Prophet Pia Obeseki, Founder and Owner of More Grace FC, Benin City, Edo State.
As part of the partnership, Abu Ali will serve as the Sports Director of More Grace FC , bringing in years of experience in professional football, player development, scouting, and football management.
The objective of this collaboration is to strengthen the football structure of More Grace FC, identify and nurture talented young players, and create opportunities for them to advance their careers both within Nigeria and abroad.
Abu Ali will also provide technical leadership, strategic guidance, and mentorship, aimed at helping the club achieve sustainable growth and success.
Arlee Sportif, has continued to build strong football relationships and collaborations with clubs, scouts, and football stakeholders across Asia and Europe. Through these networks, several talented players have recently been identified, scouted, and provided opportunities to pursue professional football careers.
This partnership between Arlee Sportif and More Grace FC is built on a shared vision of discovering exceptional talent, developing complete footballers, and creating pathways for young players to reach higher levels of the game.
The collaboration is expected to contribute significantly to football development in Edo State and provide a platform for exceptional players to showcase their abilities on both local and international stages.
