Ex-Super Eagles Striker Listed Among Star-studded FC Global Kickers To Face Portsmouth Legends In England

Ex-Super Eagles Striker Listed Among Star-studded FC Global Kickers To Face Portsmouth Legends In England

By Niyi Busari

Former Super Eagles striker, Benedict Akwuegbu is among the star-studded players selected to feature in a Charity match between FC Global Kickers and Portsmouth Legends,BSNSports.com.ng can report.

A host of Portsmouth legends will take on the star-studded FC Global Kickers on Bank Holiday Monday 27 May - and it’s all for a great cause.

Benedict Akwuegbu and Toni Poster, an austrian legend are playing in the attacking role.

The team will camp in queens hotel Portsmouth

Other players due to take part are: Alan Edward Knight who holds the record for the most appearances for a single club by a goalkeeper, having played 683 league games and 801 games overall between 1978 and 2000.

Defender and midfielder David Waterman. Guy Butters, who joined Portsmouth in 1990 and went on to be a part of 1992 FA Cup semi final squad, and also the squad that narrowly missed out in the play-off semi finals the following season.

Paul Robinson, former Portsmouth captain.

This event is not just about sports; it’s about supporting two remarkable causes. Profits from ticket sales will be equally split between Pompey in the Community, and Global Family, a charity dedicated to supporting families worldwide.

The John Jenkins Stadium project provides vital sports facilities for the community and addresses the urgent need for high-quality football provision in the city. Meanwhile, Global Family Charity Resort has been spreading joy and relief to families facing adversity for years, offering them carefree holidays and unforgettable memories. A little secret to tell, organisers the Queens Hotel are one of the partner hotels welcoming families across the world for all-expense-paid, once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity trip.

Tickets are priced at £12 for adults and £5 for children, with a 10% booking fee.

There will be an exciting raffle on the day of the match, where three lucky winners will have the chance to walk away with incredible prizes, including a signed football by all Portsmouth FC players, a signed football shirt, and a luxurious two-night stay at the Queens Hotel with breakfast included.

But that’s not all! The evening will also feature a special auction where all proceeds will go towards sponsoring a family or two from Portsmouth for an unforgettable ski trip to Austria.