In the heart of Lagos, at Campos Square, a remarkable Yellow & Blue football Club Sunday match has been quietly making waves for the past nine years.
The team, known as Yellow and Blue FC, is the brainchild of Ajibola Benzema, the club’s president, and their mission is clear – to provide a platform for young talents to come together and showcase their skills on the football field.
In a candid interview with Sports247, Ajibola Benzema shed light on the team’s origins and their unwavering commitment to nurturing local football talent. “We created this game for young talents to show their skills for the world to know what they have got,” he passionately expressed.
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Yellow and Blue FC’s journey began almost a decade ago when a group of older players decided to gather on Sundays for what they called “Sunday All-Stars training.” Over time, this initiative evolved to include younger players, marking a significant step in community development through football.
Benzema proudly highlighted the team’s progress, citing the involvement of stars and professional players from clubs like Remo Stars, Ikorodu City, and Smart City. Their ability to attract such talent is a testament to the team’s growing reputation.
However, this journey wasn’t without its challenges. Benzema reminisced, “When we first started, we simply gathered in our neighborhood every Sunday to play and have fun.” Yet, as their passion and dedication grew, they recognized the need to provide younger players with a platform to display their potential.
Yellow and Blue FC’s story is one of grassroots football, community building, and the relentless pursuit of talent development. From humble beginnings playing as the “Sunday Set” to their current status, they’ve proved that football is more than just a game—it’s a vehicle for empowering and inspiring the next generation of football stars.
