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Shigo FC - Ibadan 2026
Date: October 14, 2026 — 8:00 AM
Venue: Lagelu Grammar School, Ibadan, Ibadan
Age Group: 18–27 years
Positions Needed
Goalkeeper, Defender, Midfielder, Forward
Registration
Interested clubs/academy should register through GRAFTADEAN. Oyo state chapter.
Registration closes: October 13, 2026
About This Trial
ACUMEN Sports Management is the scouting agency coordinating this open trial in Ibadan. The programme is organised under the umbrella of the Grassroots Talents Developers Association of Nigeria (GRAFTADEAN), the main association body representing the participating academies and clubs across Nigeria.
Players who attend this trial will be assessed by ACUMEN’s scouting team. Successful candidates will be considered for structured development under the ACUMEN pathway and may be recommended to partner academies and clubs within the Acumen Sports Management network.
Who Should Attend
This trial is open to male football players aged 18 to 27 who are currently registered with a grassroots academy, club, or community football programme affiliated to GRAFTADEAN. Players are expected to arrive with their boots, shin guards, and a valid form of identification with any of the approved clubs by GRAFTADEAN.
How to Register
Interested players should register before the closing date of October 13, 2026. Slots are limited to 160 participants across all 8 invited clubs within the scope of GRAFTADEAN. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
For enquiries, please contact ACUMEN Sports Management directly through the contact page on this website. Or through GRAFTADEAN - Oyo state chapter.
Partnership Note
This trial is part of ACUMEN’s wider commitment to identifying, developing, and positioning Nigerian grassroots talent for professional opportunities locally and internationally. GRAFTADEAN provides the association framework that connects the participating academies and clubs, ensuring transparency and structure across the scouting process.
