About

African Stars Sports International management, offers every players individual attention from it's staff which consists of NIS qualified coaches (both outfield and goalkeeping) and Lagos FA qualified psychologist and a Chartered Physiotherapist. By playing with and against players of a similar standard, using the latest technology, and through outstanding coaching in an unique learning environment, players are able to improve and develop during their time at the Club.

All Elite Soccer players will not only develop and improve their game, but will also compete in International Tournaments. In their first year the players will play in the Dana Cup in Denmark, the third biggest football tournament in the World. The following year, the players will represent Nigeria in the annual Gothia World Youth Cup. Over 1600 teams from around 100 countries around the world attend this prestigious tournament, which includes an Olympic style Opening Ceremony attended by over 45,000 people. The tournament finals are played in the Ullevi Stadium, home of Gothenburg FC and venue for the year 2004 UEFA Cup Final, ensuring that this tournament is an experience that no player will ever forget!

FAQ       

I already play for a Club team on Sundays. Will I be able to play for Elite Soccer Club as well?

Yes. Many of our players also play for a Club team on Sundays. We train every sunday but attendance at training is never compulsory. Because we train in the morning and afternoon on Sundays at Government College Secondary School Eric Moore Surulere Lagos, you could even choose to just come to one session if you don't want to miss out altogether. We don't play many matches in Nigeria because we know how busy most of our players are, not just with soccer, but other sports too. Remember our season also starts later than most Club teams and carries on until the International tournaments in July.

What time is training?

Training takes place every Sundays. We run two sessions. The first is 11.00-13.00. The second is 13.30-15.30. Players are welcome to attend both (and bring a packed lunch), or just attend one session or neither! Training is always voluntary, but we are sure that once you've experienced what African Stars Elite Soccer offers, you'll want to come to as many sessions as possible!

Where do you train?

We train at Government College Secondary School Eric Moore Surulere Lagos. These are carefully selected for both their location and outstanding facilities.

Do all the players get to play in the International tournaments?

Yes. Everyone selected for Elite Soccer will play in an international tournament. The Under 12 squad will play in the Dana Cup in Denmark, while the Under 13 squad will play in the Gothia World Youth Cup in Sweden.

Does Elite Football play any matches in Nigeria before the international tournaments?

Yes. The Club plays friendly matches against schools and Clubs.

Are all the Elite Soccer coaches qualified?

Yes. All the coaches hold N.I.S coaching qualifications. We also use Chartered physiotherapists and FA qualified psychologists.

Do goalkeepers get any special coaching?

Yes. we recognises that goalkeepers need specialist coaching. Extra one-on-one sessions are arranged with a specialist N.I.S qualified goalkeeping coach.

Do you play 11-a-side with both age groups?

No. The Under 12 squad play 7-a-side. The Under 13s play 11-a-side.

Why do you play 7-a-side with the Under 12 squad?

Smaller sided games allow greater development of players. In 7-a-side games, players receive more touches of the ball and increased participation. Fewer players on the pitch means simpler decisions for the players and better understanding. By using smaller pitches, players have to worry less about tiredness and keep greater concentration and ability levels. All coaching is still focused on learning to play 11-a-side football, and everything the players are taught at this age category applies in 11-a-side. However, the players are able to learn these skills much more effectively in a small-sided game environment.

Do you organise any social events for the player?

Yes. It is important that the players get to know each other away from the training pitch. During the season we organise a number of social events for the players. The highlight of the social calendar is The End of Season Dinner. This is an experience the players won't easily forget! The black tie (shirt and tie for players) event includes dinner, entertainments and an awards ceremony at one of the premier hotels in the Surulere Local Government Area Lagos, Nigeria.

Are the Regional Clubs affiliated to their local FA?

Yes, African Stars Sports International clubs are affiliated to Our local FA.

The Dana Cup

Our Under 12 squad are divided into two 7-a-side teams. One of the teams competes in Dana Cup 1 and the other team competes in Dana Cup 2. Both tournaments are held in Denmark in July, and are very similar, although they are held a week apart.
Dana Cup 1 takes place in Frederikshavn in the very north of Denmark. The tournamanet has hosted nearly 6,000 teams from all continents of the world! Each summer Frederikshavn is visited by 300 girls and boys teams from 30 different nations. This international atmosphere makes the tournament a great multicultural event.

Dana Cup 2 takes place in Hjorring, situated just a few miles from the famous beaches of the west coast. The tournament attracts over 20,000 participants each year. All games are played on one of Northern Europe's most beautiful football areas, with 55 golf green football fields being used to play the tournament.

The Gothia World Youth Cup

At the end of the Under 12 season each Regional team brings together it's two Under 12 7-a-side squads to form one 11-a-side team to compete in the Gothia World Youth Cup the following Summer.
The Gothia World Youth Cup takes place in Gothenburg in Sweden. Around 1600 teams attend the tournament from nearly 100 countries each year. The week long tournament offers players the opportunity to compete against the best footballers from around the world. As well as the opportunity to represent Nigeria in the tournament, the players will meet and make friends with teams from different continents, religions and cultures. The tournament week is filled with activities, including an Olympic style Opening Ceremony watched by over 45,000 people. The tournament finals are held in the Ullevi stadium, home of Gothenburg FC, and host of the 2004 UEFA Cup Final. With previous spectators including the likes of Sven Goran Eriksson, this is the premier youth football tournament in the world.