As the 3rd edition of Betsy Obaseki Pre Season Female Football Competition kicks off on Monday, 13 teams are expected to battle for honours, according to the organisers.
Participating teams in this year’s tournament are Edo Queens, Rivers Angels, Bayelsa Queens, Delta Queens, Robo FC, Naija Ratels, Nasarawa Amazons and Osun Babes.
Others are Confluence Queens, Fortress Ladies, Ekiti Babes, Remo Stars Ladies FC and Heartland.
The FIFA-recognised football tournament christened ‘End Gender-Based Violence’, is aimed at harnessing sporting talents in the state.
It is also aimed at highlighting the efforts made by Governor Godwin Obaseki-led administration to end gender-based violence in the state.
The Chairman, Communication Sub-Committee for the tournament, Crusoe Osagie, in a statement, said the tournament will be held in Benin between Monday, 23rd of October through Wednesday 1st of November, 2023.
According to Crusoe: “13 women football clubs in the country have confirmed their attendance and participation. The teams will be arriving in Benin City on Sunday, October 22nd, 2023.
“All the required facilities have been put in place as the participating teams will be received on arrival on the same day at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.
“The unveiling of the mascot and the draws for the tournament will be held on Friday, October 20th, 2023. The draws will be held under the full glare of the media to ensure credibility and transparency.
“The first matches will be played on Monday, October 23, 2023, by 5 p.m. after the opening event at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium,” he revealed.
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