Week Four of the Nathaniel Idowu–Ajegunle Under-14 Football League delivered excitement, goals, and standout performances, as another thrilling round of grassroots football came to a fitting climax.
The matchday was further elevated by the presentation of Super Eagles replica jerseys to the Man of the Match award winners, courtesy of the Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters’ Club.
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The action unfolded on Saturday, February 14, 2026, with competitive encounters underlining the growing quality and intensity of the league.
Ajegunle United Sporting Club were held to a 1–1 draw by second-placed Pure Talents Football Academy in the opening fixture.
Osita Isaac fired Ajegunle United into an early lead with a fifth-minute strike, but Chukwu Gozie restored parity for Pure Talents in the 35th minute.
Ajegunle United goalkeeper Anyanwu Divine produced a string of fine saves and was deservedly named Man of the Match.
Sharp Talent Football Academy recorded the most emphatic result of the round, cruising to a 4–0 victory over Moree Wins Foundation Football Academy.
Sikiru Seyi was the standout performer with a brace, while Ayelagbe Yunus and Odeyemi Khalid also got on the scoresheet. Dominant midfielder Lawal Lekan dictated play throughout and earned the Man of the Match award.
The clash between Divinely Blessed Football Academy and Young 11 Football Academy ended in a 1–1 stalemate.
Amadu Daniel opened the scoring as early as the fourth minute for Divinely Blessed, before Goodnews Uwaifo equalised in the 38th minute. Uwaifo’s tireless display across the pitch earned him Man of the Match honours.
Strong Dove Football Academy maintained their impressive form with a comfortable 2–0 win over Coal City Football Academy.
Mudgbuo Goodluck struck twice to seal all three points, while Jimoh Sheriff’s composed performance earned him the Man of the Match accolade.
One of the most dramatic fixtures of the week saw Bright Future Football Academy edge Michael May Football Academy 2–1. Gavor Marvellous gave Michael May FA the lead, but Olawale Favour produced a superb brace to complete the comeback for Bright Future, despite their captain being sent off for dissent. Olawale Favour was rightly named Man of the Match.
The final fixture of Week Four was decided without play, as Fortune Football Academy were awarded a walkover victory against Best of Best International Football Academy.
With competition intensifying and the race for honours gathering momentum, the Nathaniel Idowu–Ajegunle Under-14 Football League continues to highlight the passion, talent, and promise of grassroots football. Fans can expect even more excitement when the next round of fixtures kicks off.
Week 4 Results at a Glance
Ajegunle United SC 1–1 Pure Talents FA
Sharp Talent FA 4–0 Moree Wins Foundation FA
Divinely Blessed FA 1–1 Young 11 FA
Strong Dove FA 2–0 Coal City FA
Bright Future FA 2–1 Michael May FA
Fortune FA w/o Best of Best International FA
