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BugaWin Boosts Lagos Pre-Season Tournament, Promise To Reward Fans

Excitement is building ahead of the Lagos Pre-Season Tournament and fans have been guaranteed good football on the pitch with plenty of gifts courtesy of BugaWin after the betting company announced a partnership with the organizers.

The sixteen-team tournament will be held from September 18 to 22 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos Island with eight matches scheduled for each day during the preliminary round.

The pre-season tournament organized by the Fouad Oki-led Lagos State Football Association received a big boost from BugaBet as the company partnered with the tournament to reward participating teams and their fans.

Chief Executive Officer, BugaWin Otunba Charles Farinmoyo expressed the brand’s passion for football and commitment to enhance grassroots development through their partnership with the Lagos State Football Association.

He revealed plans by BugaWin to give out exciting prizes to fans and supporters throughout the tournament while thanking the LSFA for creating the platform for the company to be part of the initiative and carry out corporation social responsibility”.

Farinmoyo added “We see this as an opportunity and whatever we have, we will do and that’s how we partnered with the tournament in the blink of an eye. We are just a new company, we respect our great grandfathers and fathers in the sports betting business. So, our expenses are enormous to even play catch up but I want to give you the BugaWin commitment that we are in with you all throughout this competition. Apart from branding, from the first moment, we will be in the stadium as early as 5 a.m. You will meet our team there and we will do raffles for those early birds who will be at the venue before 7 a.m. to win fantastic prizes. Every day, there will be raffle draws. We are planning to give motorcycles, fans, electric kettles, pressing irons and so on. We also have daily prizes after the matches, it could be tickets to go on vacation or stay-cation in top hotels in Lagos”.

Vice Chairman of the LSFA, Liameed Gafar, applauded BugaWin for partnering with the board in staging the tournament at short notice, stating that the management of the betting company has demonstrated a huge passion for the beautiful game.

“During the five days of the tournament, they will be bringing different prizes into the stadium. Ranging from pressing irons, standing fans and different gifts. There will be raffle draws and whatever you win, you take it home. They will give us wallets, much like a ticket that you can cash out and you can “buga”. They will be supporting the technical staff during the tournament and I believe through this support, we will give them great mileage and I’m sure they will be everywhere very soon. They believe in us because they believe that football should not bring violence” Gafar said.

Three Nigeria National League and 13 Nationwide League One clubs are participating in the forthcoming tournament. The clubs were pulled into four groups of four teams each for the preliminary round.

First Bank FC, Real Sapphire, Lekki United and Broad City were drawn to Group A while Tradesafe Sports FC, A.S Racine, Emmydinho FC and BYT FC are in Group B.

Smart City FC, Okaka FC, TCCG FC and Dannaz FC are in Group C while Ikorodu City are pitched in Group C alongside Spartans FC, Magic Stars and Buruj FC.

A total of 32 matches will be played during the tournament with First Bank FC and Real Sapphire getting the proceedings underway on Monday, September 18. The Lagos Pre-Season Tournament will end on Friday, September 22nd.

Marketing & Sponsorship

Soft2Bet Secures Divisionsforeningen Deal, Expands In Denmark

Online Malta-based bookmaker Soft2Bet has agreed a two-year deal with Denmark’s Divisionsforeningenin to sponsor the second, third and fourth tiers Danish football.

Soft2Bet will activate the sponsorship via its brands Betinia and CampoBet. The top flight will be rebranded Betinia Liga, while the second and third divisions will named CampoBet 2 Division and CampoBet 3.

No value was given for the sponsorship.

Betinia launched in Denmark in 2023 while the CampoBet brand debuted last year. Soft2Bet has expanded in the Scandinavian market having also launched in Sweden.

Oksana Tsyhankova, CMO of Soft2Bet, said: “With a strong focus on localised, responsible experiences through Betinia and CampoBet, we support both the growth of the game and the communities behind it.”

Soft2Bet will support local football initiatives, with a focus on talent development, fan engagement and youth participation.

Claus Thomsen, Director of the Divisionsforeningen, said: “The fact that there will now also be a name sponsor for the third and fourth best tiers is a tribute to all the work the clubs have done to deliver a fantastic product, create ever better conditions and increase awareness of the tier.”

Online casino and sports betting revenue in 2024 reached DKK7.27 billion (£811.2 million), according to SBC. Sports betting accounted for DKK2.21bn.

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NLO, NTA Partner For Live Playoff Broadcasts

In a landmark move aimed at strengthening grassroots football development, the Nationwide League One (NLO) has announced a strategic broadcast partnership with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) to air its ongoing playoff matches live across the country.

The initiative, unveiled by NLO Chief Operating Officer Mr. Sola Ogunnowo, underscores the league’s commitment to expanding national access to the exciting action within Nigeria’s third-tier football structure.

With this deal, fans from all corners of the country will be able to witness the raw talent and fierce competition that define the NLO playoffs.

> “This live broadcast partnership with NTA is a major step toward deepening the reach and appeal of grassroots football,” Ogunnowo said. “The NLO playoffs represent the passion and raw talent we have across Nigeria, and we’re excited to share that with the entire nation.”

Full NTA Broadcast Schedule for NLO Playoffs:

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Na Royal vs. House of Prayer — 1 PM, LIVE from Bwari Stadium

JNR Danburan vs. Kano Ambassadors — 3 PM, LIVE from Gumel Stadium

Friday, June 20, 2025

Vet Rovers vs. Family Worship — 11 AM, LIVE from ABS Stadium, Kaduna

Kaduna United vs. DMD — Delayed transmission from Jos Stadium

Sunday, June 22, 2025

JNR Danburan vs. Clever Warriors — 1 PM, LIVE from Gumel Stadium

Zeal Minds vs. House of Prayer — 3 PM, LIVE from Bwari Stadium

Ogunnowo highlighted that the league’s partnership with NTA forms part of a broader vision to elevate the profile of emerging clubs and provide greater visibility for talented players aiming to climb Nigeria’s football hierarchy.

> “We’re not just organizing matches — we’re building a future for Nigerian football,” he said. “By enhancing fan experience through live broadcasts and working closely with our local organizing committees and media partners, we’re ensuring that our playoffs are delivered with top-tier professionalism.”

The NLO playoffs have become a vital showcase for spotting future football stars and offering clubs a stepping stone toward higher divisions in Nigeria’s football pyramid. This televised coverage is expected to amplify support for participating teams and attract potential investors and scouts to the grassroots game.

With nationwide viewership now guaranteed, the NLO playoffs are not just a tournament — they’re a celebration of Nigerian football’s next generation.

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Atlético Madrid Opens ‘Casa Atléti’ In Tinseltown

Atlético Madrid have pitched up in the City of Angels with “Casa Atleti,” a multi-day brand circus that’s part retail therapy, part fan festival, and cleverly designed to separate Americans from their hard-earned dollars while competing in the FIFA Club World Cup.

The timing is no accident. With the 2026 World Cup looming and every European giant scrambling for their slice of the American football pie, Los Angeles represents the perfect storm of Latino heritage, celebrity culture, and disposable income.

“Casa Atleti” isn’t just your average pop-up shop. There’s an official merchandise store, watch parties, meet-and-greets with club legends, and cultural events.

The programme reads like a festival lineup: daily coaching symposiums led by Atlético’s technical staff, live music, and food experiences. Several events, including watch parties for the matches, have already sold out according to the club’s official channels.

This isn’t just about shifting some shirts and signing up a few new Instagram followers. “Casa Atleti” is Atlético Madrid’s latest play in what’s becoming an increasingly crowded field – and of course competing with Real Madrid who have already cracked the U.S. market.

Whether “Casa Atleti” becomes a genuine foothold in the American market or just another expensive marketing exercise remains to be seen. But in a city built on selling dreams, Atlético Madrid are certainly speaking the right language.

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