The SheFootball Initiative has unveiled the lineup of invited teams for its highly anticipated 2025 Football Championship, set to take place on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the iconic Legacy Pitch, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The event, running from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, aims to inspire and showcase the next generation of female football stars in Nigeria.

 

With the rallying slogan “Empowering Women,” the SheFootball Initiative continues to champion opportunities for young female talents, providing them a platform to excel and gain visibility in the competitive world of football.

 

The ten invited teams for the 2025 championship are:

 

• Ayisat Yusuf Queens FA

• Dream Star Ladies’ FC

• Victory Queens FA

• FC Phoenix Queens

• Future Star 99 SA

• SGH Amazon SA

• Royaltoms International FA

• Youthful Talent 99 FA

 

These teams represent a vibrant mix of experience, skill, and youthful potential, promising a tournament filled with tactical brilliance and dynamic competition.

 

Founded by Ayisat Yusuf, a former Super Falcons defender who represented Nigeria at the 2004 WAFCON, 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and 2008 Beijing Olympics, the SheFootball Initiative is a testament to her dedication to nurturing the growth of women’s football.

 

The championship serves as more than a competition—it is a platform for young players to shine, attracting scouts, sponsors, and professional teams eager to invest in the future of women’s football.

 

Football fans and enthusiasts are encouraged to attend this thrilling event and witness the incredible skill and determination of Nigeria’s brightest young female footballers. On January 4th, Lagos will become the epicenter of women’s football, as the SheFootball Initiative writes a new chapter in its mission to “empower women through football.”