Jare Olukotun
Actions continued across the four centres hosting the ongoing AMA U-18 Star Youth Football Championship at the weekend, as teams engaged in fierce battles to qualify for the Round of 16.
The championship, initiated by Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ikorodu Constituency II, continues to serve as a platform for youth empowerment, talent discovery, and community development through sports.
During the week two games, young footballers showcased remarkable talent, determination, and sportsmanship, delivering thrilling encounters that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
At the end of the week of actions in Ijede, Elepe, Imota, and Igbogbo centres, the following teams qualified for the next round:
1.IJEDE CENTRE
Mayflower FC
Ijede Unit D FC
Sulumade FC
Elepe II FC
- ELEPE CENTRE
Fawole FC
Igbe FC
Ogunlewe FC
Igbe Road FC
3.IMOTA CENTRE
Ebute Ajebo FC
Imota I FC
Imota III FC
Oriokuta FC
- IGBOGBO CENTRE
Zumuratuh United FC
Oliwo Amoju FC
Ibeshe Community FC
Agunfoye FC
As the competition advances into the Round of 16, the stakes get higher; rivalries are stronger, and the dream of lifting the coveted AMA U18 Championship trophy remains the major target for the remaining 16 teams, while football fans across Ikorodu Division, are looking forward to thrilling encounters in the knockout stages.
