Hajji Gafar presents Ex-Internationals Cup trophy to Hon. Kunle Soname

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The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has intensified preparations for the second edition of the Lagos Ex-Internationals Cup with a courtesy visit to the Founder of Bet9ja Foundation, Hon. Kunle Soname.

The LSFA delegation, led by its Chairman, Hajji Gafar Liameed, visited Hon. Soname on Friday and formally presented the beautifully crafted giant Ex-Internationals Cup Trophy at his office, symbolizing the growing momentum behind the prestigious competition.

During the presentation, Hajji Liameed commended Hon. Soname for his immense contributions to Nigerian football and youth development. He described the Bet9ja Foundation founder as a major asset to the game, praising his consistent efforts in addressing youth restiveness and social challenges by creating platforms that offer young people positive direction, career pathways, and hope for a better future.

Liameed noted that the Lagos Ex-Internationals Cup goes beyond football, serving as a welfare-driven initiative designed to celebrate, engage, and support former Nigerian internationals who have served the country with distinction.

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In his response, Hon. Kunle Soname expressed appreciation to the LSFA for the visit and the honor of presenting the trophy. He acknowledged that the Ex-Internationals Cup aligns strongly with the core mission and vision of the Bet9ja Foundation, which focuses on community development, sports growth, and the welfare of retired athletes.

Soname formally accepted the proposal to partner on the Ex-Internationals Cup and announced the appointment of a director from the Bet9ja Foundation to work closely with the Lagos FA. According to him, the collaboration will begin immediately with a working visit aimed at fine-tuning plans, logistics, and agreeing on the official kickoff date for the tournament.

The meeting further underlined the Lagos State FA’s commitment to forging strong corporate partnerships as part of its broader strategy to promote sustainable football development across the state.

With key stakeholders now aligned, expectations are high that the upcoming edition of the Lagos Ex-Internationals Cup will build on the success of its debut and deliver an even more impactful celebration of Nigerian football legends.