The National League One (NLO) U-19 Youth League 2025 is set to kick off, promising to unearth Nigeria’s next generation of football stars.

This thrilling Division Two competition officially begins on Thursday, July 24, 2025, spreading its excitement across 16 vibrant centres nationwide, Footballrover reports.

Preparing for the NLO U-19 youth league 2025: Your essential checklist

If your club dreams of making a mark, or you’re a young talent born on or before January 1, 2006, this is your moment to shine!

But before the whistle blows, there are crucial details every aspiring participant and club must know to ensure a smooth journey into the heart of the 2025 Youth League.

To participate in the NLO U-19 League, clubs must be properly registered. It’s a strict rule: no registration, no play – and forget about last-minute sign-ups at the centres!

Each club entering this exciting competition is required to pay a fee of ₦300,000.00.

This essential payment covers the costs of match officials, venue logistics, security, medical support, and even the energetic ball boys who contribute to the smooth running of every game.

So, make sure your club’s ducks are in a row well before the July 24th kick-off.

Where the magic happens: NLO U-19 youth league 2025 venues

The 2025 U-19 tournament will ignite pitches in 16 carefully selected centres, split across the Northern and Southern zones, bringing the action closer to communities.

Northern Zone Centres:

Kano A – Danbatta Stadium
Kano B – Dawakin Tofa Stad
Katsina – Karkanda Stad
Adamawa – Numan Stadium
Bauchi – ATBS
Kebbi – FIFA Goal Project
Kogi – Ayangba Stadium
FCT – Area 3 Pitch

Southern Zone Centres:

Ado-Ekiti – Ado-Ekiti Stad
Abia – Ginger Sam Stad
Bayelsa – Sia-Sia Stadium
Edo – Uromi Stad
Lagos – Legacy Pitch
Ogun – Sagamu Stadium
Port Harcourt – Sharks Stadium
Imo – Oisa Stadium

Remember, only players born on or before January 1, 2006, are eligible to participate. Every single player’s registration must be accurately reflected on the official NLO portals.

There will be absolutely no exceptions for non-compliance with these vital requirements.

Ensure all registrations are complete and verified to avoid any disappointments. Are you ready to be part of the story?

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Last Updated on June 17, 2025 11:16 am by Sir Kris