AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE

The 7th edition of the JOF U-13 Football Tournament is heading into its decisive stage, with four teams set to battle for places in the final of one of Lagos State’s premier grassroots football competitions.

Organised by the Lagos State Grassroots Football Association and sponsored by JOF Nigeria Limited, a leading manufacturing and supply chain services company, the tournament has provided a platform for young football talents across the state to showcase their abilities.

The 2026 edition, which ran from February 6 to April 7, featured 64 clubs representing 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) across Lagos State. A total of 84 matches were played across three venues, highlighting the depth of grassroots football talent in the state.

According to the Managing Director of JOF Nigeria Limited’s Transportation Division and Chairman of the tournament’s Organising Committee, Mr. Adeyinka Adetunji, this year’s competition has lived up to expectations by uncovering and promoting some of the state’s most promising young footballers.

The semi-final matches will take place on Saturday, June 6, at the CMS Primary School Playing Ground in Bariga, Somolu Local Government Area of Lagos State.

Semi-Final Fixtures

1:00 p.m. – Soccer City FA, Iwaya vs. VI Foot, Ijora

2:00 p.m. – Ultimate FA, Coker vs. Fortune FA, Oshodi

Meanwhile, organisers have announced that a press conference will be held on Tuesday, June 16, at the corporate headquarters of JOF Nigeria Limited in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos.

The event will unveil the finalists for the 2026 tournament and provide details of the championship match, including the date, venue and awards to be presented at the grand finale.