My People F.C.

My People FC is a Nigerian football club based in Lagos. Founded by Prophet T.B. Joshua of The Synagogue, Church of All Nations, the team was established for the purpose of helping talented young footballers.

My People FC
Full nameMy People Football Club
Nickname(s)My people
Founded2008
GroundLagacy Stadium
Lagos, Nigeria
Capacity4, 000
ChairmanT.B. Joshua
ManagerA.Yussuf
LeagueNigeria Nationwide League

History

Known for his extensive philanthropic endeavours, T.B. Joshua explained 'My People FC' is just another way of assisting the less privileged in society. "I strongly believe the young shall grow," he said in an interview with Complete Sport's David Meshioye.[1]

Current squad

As of 14 January 2017


Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
1 GK  NGA Futzek Pornnsin Godwin Vincent
21 GK  NGA Austin Obi Atuge
12 GK  NGA James Faith
29 FW  NGA Gregory Sebol
17 MF  NGA Onyeka James Chidi
7 FW  NGA Leonard King
13 MF  NGA Edwin Opave
8 FW  NGA Ekwem Princewill
10 MF  NGA Yakubu Azeez
2 DF  NGA Kamoru Ogubjobi
4 DF  NGA Dolavi Monday
14 MF  NGA Nwankwo Franklin
24 MF  NGA Omosola Taiwo Kikelomo
25 MF  NGA Nnaemeka Henry
19 MF  NGA Godwin Aneke
20 DF  NGA Brown Egemole
No. Pos. Nation Player
18 DF  NGA Yussuf Ogunwale
28 FW  NGA Chukwuma Chigozie
9 FW  NGA Akewusola Jamal
3 DF  NGA Chidozie Paul
5 DF  NGA Omobolaji Shakiru
33 DF  NGA Ajayi Femi Adeoye
27 DF  NGA Adebayo Idowu
23 FW  NGA Olubode Damilare
39 MF  NGA Yaya Lawal
22 MF  NGA Onifade Afeez
6 MF  NGA Samson Williams
11 MF  NGA Onyii Nwosu
15 MF  NGA Locator Stanley
16 DF  NGA Akinyemi Joseph
40 MF  NGA Fatai Bakare
30 DF  NGA Babawale Olamide

Achievements

Although relatively young, impressive performances against both junior Nigerian National Teams, the Golden Eaglets and Flying Eagles, alongside victory against Premier League Side Gateway F.C.,[2] have landed My People FC squarely on the Nigerian football scene.

With increasing interest from numerous foreign scouts, three players were sponsored abroad to play for Bodens BK, a Swedish club.[3] Two were subsequently chosen to represent their nation at U17 Level for the Golden Eaglets[4] – Sani Emmanuel[5] and Ogenyi Onazi.[6] Emmanuel won the prestigious Golden Ball and Silver Shoe at the tournament, and has since joined the Nigerian U-20 Team, The Flying Eagles, alongside his teammate Onazi.

References
  1. Meshioye, David (2009-06-01). "Pastor TB Joshua: 'Why I Floated Soccer Team'". Modern Ghana.
  2. Teleayo (2009-08-14). "My People FC Stun Gateway in Thriller". All Voices.
  3. Hammarström, Leif (2009-04-03). "Church Recruits Football Talent". NSD.
  4. "FIFA U-17 World Cup: Eaglets Seek Joshua's Help". PM News. 2009-10-20. Archived from the original on 2009-10-23. Retrieved 2009-10-23.
  5. Njoku, Emma (2009-10-12). "Eaglets go goal crazy". Sun News.
  6. "Pen Pix of Glory-chasing Eaglets". Kick Off. 2009-10-22.
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