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    From the Streets to Stardom: How Nigeria's Street Soccer and Academy System Shape Future Stars

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    Soccer in Nigeria is more than just a sport—it's a way of life. Across the country, from the bustling streets of Lagos to the dusty fields of Kano, young talents hone their skills in unstructured but fiercely competitive street soccer games. This grassroots culture, combined with Nigeria's evolving academy system, has created some of Africa's […]

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