The brain behind the maiden Lagos Queens Cup, Ibidoyin Aina has hyped this week’s competition as the first of its kind in Nigeria, with opportunities for untapped female footballers to catch the eyes of foreign scouts and attract offers from overseas clubs.
Sports247 reports that this verdict was provided by an excited Aina, as the innovative contest’s organiser and founder of Herizon Sports Initiative also disclosed that the competition will debut from this Wednesday to Saturday at Legacy Pitch of Lagos National Stadium in Surulere.
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Aina added that top scouts from Finland and Sweden will watch all matches of the participating teams – FC Robo Queens, Dannaz FC, Victory Football Academy, CATS Ladies, Ayisat Yusuf Football Academy, Dreamstar Ladies, Nakamura Football Academy and Asisat Oshoala Academy – from 7am to 1pm daily.
He enthused that the competition will provide young players and budding talents with direct access to overseas contracts, as they will not have to wait for invitations to the various women’s national teams – Flamingos, Falconets and Super Falcons – for them to attract the attention of scouts.
“The Lagos Queens Cup transcends being just a football tournament; it is the first dedicated women’s football scouting event of its kind in Nigeria. For far too long, many gifted female players have had to wait for a national team call-up to gain international recognition.
“We believe that talented players should have the opportunity to be noticed based on their skills. By bringing reputable local and international scouts to Lagos, we are establishing a direct connection between talented players and professional clubs,” Aina posited.
