The Anambra State Football Association Super 8 invitational is set to kickoff on Tuesday 29th November, 2022 at Awka Township Stadium.
This was disclosed by the ANSFA Chairman, Gen. Chikelue Iloenyosi during the draws for the tournament which took place at the FA Office in Awka.
The Chairman pointed out that the aim of tournament is to scout for players with a view of discovering abundant talents that will recommended for national teams and for Nigeria Professional League clubs that will use Awka as their homes next season. It is also part of the FA program for clubs in Anambra State.
He advised the teams to field players Who are U-20 as this will help in their football development.
He thanked the clubs for their prompt response to the invitation to participate.
Acting FA Secretary, Ralph Nweke explained that the tournament is a one week affair and all the clubs taking part must be affiliated with the FA. He also disclosed that it will be on knockout basis as medals and cup will be presented to the winners at the end of the tournament.
All the matches will be played at Awka Township Stadium including the finals which will come up on 10th December,2022.
Highpoint of the event was the draws which has match 1- Uncle Ralph fc vs Rangels fc, Achina (this serves as the opening match).
Other fixtures include match 2 – Peace Fc Awka vs Anambra Rovers, match 3 – Obosi Utd vs De Wilson fc and match 4 – GP World vs DOSAD, Enugukwu. Matches 5 and 6 is the semi finals while match 7 is the final on the 10th of December, 2022 at Awka Township Stadium.
