CNS/NOWA CUP 2025: Exciting Fixtures Light Up Day Two At Police College Kaduna

CNS/NOWA CUP 2025: Exciting Fixtures Light Up Day Two At Police College Kaduna

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The 2025 Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) U-14 Boys and Naval Officers’ Wives Association (NOWA) U-17 Girls Football Championships continued with full momentum on Tuesday, May 20th, as the group stage matches reached Day Two at the Police College Kaduna, BSNSports.com ng reports.

A total of eight matches were scheduled for the day, with young talents from across the country showcasing their football skills and determination to progress in the week-long tournament, which is jointly organized by the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON) and sponsored by the Nigerian Navy.

Action began at 10:00 AM, with Zamfara taking on Kebbi on Pitch B, while Kano faced Kogi on Pitch A in simultaneous fixtures that set the tone for an action-packed day. At 11:00 AM, Nasarawa matched up against Bayelsa on Pitch B, just as Kwara battled Oyo on Pitch A, drawing enthusiastic supporters and scouts eager to spot emerging talents.

The third round of matches kicked off at 12:00 PM, as Bauchi clashed with Ondo on Pitch B, while Niger went head-to-head with the Nigeria Army team on Pitch A in what was one of the most anticipated fixtures of the day.

Rounding off the day’s CNS Cup matches, the host team, Kaduna, meets Plateau at 1:00 PM on Pitch A, with local fans turning out in numbers to cheer for their home side. In the only match for the NOWA U-17 Girls competition, Ondo faced the Nigeria Army at 1:00 PM on Pitch B, as both teams aimed to make a strong statement early in the group stage.

All matches were held at the Police College Kaduna, one of the two designated venues for this year’s tournament, the other being the Ahmadu Bello Stadium.

The CNS/NOWA Cup continues to promote youth development, discipline, and national unity through sports.

With more matches scheduled throughout the week, the tournament promises to deliver excitement, passion, and opportunities for the next generation of Nigerian football stars.