Anambra Set to Host Second Round of Nigeria Beach Soccer League

The Anambra Beach Soccer Association (ABSA) has confirmed that preparations are complete for the second round of the Nigeria Beach Soccer League, which will take place in Nnewi from August 21 to 23, Sport360NG reports.

Speaking in Awka on Monday, ABSA’s Director of Media, Okwudili Awam, said the matches would be staged at the Beach Soccer Stadium within the Nnewi High School grounds.

According to him, eight clubs will feature in the tournament, including Kebbi Fishers, Ibom, Nmako Patigi, Kada, Kebbi United, Jigawa Golden Stars, Niger, and the home side, Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors.

“We are delighted to announce that Anambra will be hosting the second round of the 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League. Preparations are in top gear, and we are fully ready to welcome the teams and fans,” Awam said.

He explained that the competition will be played in two groups, noting that the 2024 edition was successfully hosted in the state and expressing confidence that this year’s event will be even bigger and better.

Awam also called on the public and corporate bodies to partner with the organisers while urging sports journalists to provide robust coverage of the tournament.