Neville Nnamdi Kalu, a new star is rising in the vibrant world of Nigerian football.

The talented midfielder from Abia Comets, is making waves with his exceptional skills and captivating performances on the field. 

Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia State, USA. His passion for football was evident from a tender age of 4,  playing with peers and in schools in America. However, a change of location led him to Nigeria, where he joined the prestigious Greater Football Academy at 11.

By 15, he already made a name for himself in Abuja, earning recognition as one of the most promising young talents. His skills on the pitch helped his team win several state tournaments, further solidifying his reputation.

At 16, He took his talents to Fundacion Marcet in Barcelona, Spain, a renowned Academy that has produced talented players like Oliver Torres of Sevilla, Rafael and Thiago Alcantara. Although his time abroad was cut short due to parental decisions and academic commitments, the experience greatly shaped his football perspective.

Back in Nigeria, he immersed himself in university games, where his passion for football continued to flourish. In 2021, he was honored with the South Eastern Sport Personality of the Year award, a testament to his hard work and dedication.

Kalu's playing style is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and natural ability that makes him a standout midfielder as he can effectively use both legs with ease.

Kalu possesses exceptional vision, allowing him to pick out pinpoint passes that split defenses and create scoring opportunities. His passing range is impressive, and he can deliver accurate long balls and short passes with equal ease.

His dribbling skills are a joy to behold. He can beat opponents with his quick feet, agility, and clever ball control. This ability to hold onto the ball under pressure is a valuable asset to his team.

The Nigerian-American is equally adept at winning the ball in the midfield back as he is at creating scoring chances. His tackling and interception skills are impressive, allowing him to break up opposition attacks and launch counter-attacks.

Kalu's work rate is exceptional, and he covers a lot of ground during matches. His endurance is also impressive, enabling him to maintain his performance level throughout the game.

The Georgia born presence in the Abia Comets midfield has been a game-changer for the team. His creativity, vision, and passing ability have added a new dimension to the team's attack, while his defensive skills have helped to solidify the midfield.

Kalu as described recently by Getafe assistant coach, Jose Enrique Pineda: *"He is a player who can play as a second striker or midfielder, with a more offensive profile.*

*"Kalu is a player with great potential to be one of the best midfielders in the world. He just need the right platform and a big boost.*

*He is very offensive on the ball and gives his team great opportunities to win."*

Neville Nnamdi Kalu is an exciting talent in Nigerian football, and his performances for Abia Comets have been nothing short of impressive. He is undoubtedly a player to watch out for as the years ahead speaks of possibilities.