Young attacking talent Ekeh Smart announced himself in style at the ongoing Femmco Football Championship 2026, scoring twice to inspire Sharp Striker FA to an impressive 4-1 victory over Radiance FA in their opening U-15 encounter at the NUD Playing Ground, Olose, Ifo, Ogun State.
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Smart was at the heart of Sharp Striker’s attacking display, producing a clinical brace to help his side begin their campaign on a winning note. His goals came at crucial moments as Sharp Striker overcame a competitive first half before taking control of the encounter.
Speaking exclusively with Sports247 after the match, Smart expressed his excitement at the victory while revealing his determination to continue contributing to the team’s success.
“I feel so excited and determined to win more games,” Smart said.
Despite Sharp Striker facing difficulties during the opening half, the young forward revealed that he never doubted his team’s ability to secure victory. According to Smart, his confidence remained intact from the moment the match kicked off.
“Despite struggling in the first half, I had the mindset that we were going to win from kickoff,” he explained.
His belief was eventually rewarded as Sharp Striker found their rhythm and produced a convincing second-half performance to complete the 4-1 victory.
Smart was also quick to acknowledge the source of his football ability, describing his skills as a gift from God while recognising the importance of continued learning and development.
“My skills are God-given,” he stated.
The young footballer draws inspiration from one of the most decorated players in modern football, Cristiano Ronaldo, whose career and mentality have made a strong impression on him.
Following his brace, Smart revealed that he regularly watches videos of the former Manchester United and Real Madrid forward as he seeks to learn from the Portuguese superstar’s movement, finishing and approach to the game.
Beyond his individual ambitions, however, Smart has set his sights on representing Nigeria.
“A moment of greatness would come when I represent the nation,” he declared.
The Sharp Striker youngster understands that reaching that level requires patience, discipline and continuous improvement.
His message was simple but ambitious: “The sky is the limit. I am learning better and I will keep learning.”
With a brace already under his belt, Smart has made an early statement at the Femmco U-15 Championship.
The challenge now is to maintain his form, continue learning and help Sharp Striker FA push deeper into the competition.
