🚨تنبيه: عندما لا يتم وضع علم المملكة العربية السعودية على أرض الملعب. ليس تكبراً. ليس تميزاً. بل لأن العلم يحمل كلمة التوحيد. لا إله إلا الله محمد رسول الله. أقدس عبارة في الإسلام.🇸🇦
Ultimately, time is the true test of greatness. Sustained success will determine whether Morocco’s rise is a golden era or the foundation of a lasting football legacy.
The Atlas Lions, as they are fondly called, continue to inspire hope across Africa. Their achievements have shown that African teams can compete with and defeat the world’s traditional football powers. As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds, Morocco remains one of Africa’s brightest
While some African football fans may hesitate to acknowledge it, Morocco’s recent success is no accident. The country’s significant investment in football infrastructure, youth development, and professional admin translated into impressive performances by national teams.
Interestingly, Morocco continues to build on the momentum gained from its historic run to the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. As one of Africa’s strongest footballing nations in recent years, alongside countries such as Senegal, Morocco has consistently demonstrated
The defeat of Brazil by Morocco may be described by many football enthusiasts as stunning, shocking, and historic. Brazil had long been regarded as one of the favourites to win major international tournaments, making Morocco’s achievement all the more remarkable.
When people ask me why I still believe in sports as a pathway for youth development, stories like this are part of my answer.
Somebody sent me the Zadok Yohanna story this morning and honestly, I had to read it twice.
Born in Bauchi. Moved to Kaduna on his own as a young boy to chase a football dream. Flew to Sweden less than a year ago. And today, at just 18 years old, Brighton have reportedly signed him for £21.5 million, beating some of the biggest clubs in world football to secure his signature.
Think about that for a moment.
A teenager from northern Nigeria, armed with little more than talent, discipline and determination, has forced his way into one of the most competitive talent markets on earth.
This is why I will always believe in investing in young people. Not because every child will become a professional footballer, but because talent exists everywhere in this country. What is often missing is opportunity, structure, support and belief.
My vision in establishing the Kwara Football Academy and @ABSIlorinFC was rooted in this same belief, and it has given opportunities to players like Dennis Emmanuel Bonaventure, Olusegun Oakunle, Benjamin Frederick, Mubarak Gata, David Okoromi and a host of others now plying their trade in both local and international clubs.
Nigerians are an extraordinarily talented people. That has never been in question. What stories like Zadok’s remind us is what can happen when talent meets opportunity.
I encourage the Nigeria Football Federation @thenff, the National Sports Commission @NatSportsComm, and the National Institute for Sports, to look into creating the enabling environment for more football academies aimed at discovering more talents like Zadok Yohanna, as the global searchlight beams on Nigeria as the football destination for Africa.
To every young person chasing a dream that seems impossible today: keep going. Your current circumstances do not have to define your future.
And to Zadok: Congratulations! The whole world can now see your talent, but this is only the beginning. Keep working, stay grounded, and never forget the journey that brought you here. As you said yourself, “I know where I came from.” Hold on to that mindset.
Congratulations to Arsenal on a well-deserved Premier League victory. This title is a testament to resilience, discipline, teamwork, and the courage to keep believing even when the odds seemed difficult. As a proud supporter, tonight is special. Well done to the players, the manager, and the incredible fans who never stopped believing. North London is red again. -AA #EPL
I just realised I was a very strong stakeholder in Arsenal FC due to my relationship with elder, Arsène Wenger. #Smile
Arsenal fans should come and pay their respects.
Congrats to all Arsenal fans, after 22 years of waiting. #Joke@whitenigerian@DrJoeAbah@Abunaah@Arsenal