- Singer D’banj Launches Koko FC Football Club, marking a significant entry into the Nigerian football landscape alongside Don Jazzy’s Supremos FC.
- Koko FC is set to recruit players through The Cream platform, where aspiring athletes can upload skill videos weekly.
- Players who receive the highest votes will compete in physical games to finalize the team roster.
- This innovative recruitment strategy aims to unearth talented footballers from across Nigeria.
- The announcement has sparked excitement among fans and football enthusiasts alike.
Newsypeople – Nigerian musician D’banj has launched his own football club called Koko FC, following in the footsteps of fellow entertainer Don Jazzy who recently started his own team called Supremos FC.
This development has sparked excitement among football enthusiasts in Nigeria, particularly given the large prize money involved.
According to D’banj, Koko FC is currently recruiting players. To join the club, aspiring footballers need to upload a one-minute video showcasing their skills on the pitch to The Cream platform. Each week, the top-voted players will be selected, and those chosen will participate in a physical game to form the final team.
This recruitment method allows D’banj to identify talented players across Nigeria, potentially uncovering hidden gems in the football world. By leveraging social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), D’banj is able to reach a wide audience and gather interest in his new football venture.
Koko FC is now recruiting ⚽ Upload a 1-minute video of your skills on the pitch to The Cream platform. The top voted players each week will be picked, and we’ll meet up on the pitch for a physical game to select the team! Show us what you've got! Koko Ah Koko @Koko__Fc…
— D'banj D Kokomaster (@iamdbanj) October 23, 2024
The announcement has generated significant buzz among fans and football enthusiasts. Many have expressed enthusiasm for Koko FC, with some even suggesting the creation of a women’s team called Kokolet FC. The launch of Koko FC adds another layer to the growing trend of Nigerian celebrities entering the world of professional sports ownership.
D’banj’s move into football club ownership comes after Don Jazzy recently launched Supremos FC, which will compete in the Lagos Liga against other teams.
Both clubs aim to compete for the N50 million prize offered in the Nigerian football league, making it one of the most lucrative per-game prizes in the country.
As news of Koko FC spreads, many Nigerians are eagerly awaiting the debut match of D’banj’s team. This development not only highlights the growing influence of entertainment figures in Nigerian sports but also raises expectations for the future of football in the country.
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