Italian football club Torino FC has signed an affiliation and partnership contract with Nigerian company, Act Sports Di Oyibo Limited to advance football development in Nigeria and Ghana.
The deal, signed by Gianluca Cabella and Samuel R Oyibo on behalf of Torino FC and Act Sports Di Oyibo Limited respectively, will cover training of coaches, development of young football talents as well as the establishment of a football academy.
The partnership empowers Act Sports to initiate developmental strategies that will enhance growth of the game in both countries with its recent collaboration with the Delta State Football Association (DFA) in a consulting capacity serving as a unique take-off point.
Oyibo said: “Act Sports Di Oyibo Limited works in partnership with DFA to provide technical support, training of players, coaches and the establishment of a football academy, leveraging on our collaboration with Torino FC”.
The agreement, endorsed by Torino FC President Dr. Urbano R. Cairo, is set to revolutionize the region’s football landscape.
The initiative includes comprehensive training programmes for coaches and young footballers, ensuring the transfer of elite-level knowledge and methodology from one of Italy’s most prestigious football academies.
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Torino Football Academy, renowned for its robust youth development programmes, will spearhead the technical assistance needed to elevate the skills of local coaches in Nigeria and Ghana.
Oyibo added: “This partnership represents a significant milestone for Delta State football. The affiliation with Torino FC will provide access to world-class expertise and resources, accelerating our mission to establish a strong football academy in Delta State.”
The collaboration is expected to yield significant benefits, including the establishment of state-of-the-art football facilities in Delta State, as well as creating opportunities for local coaches to learn from top professionals in Italy.
The academy will serve as a breeding ground for young football talents, offering them a platform to develop their skills and pursue professional football careers.
Director Gianluca Cabella of Torino Academy also commended the move.
“We are proud to extend our expertise beyond Italy’s borders, contributing to the development of football worldwide.
We are confident that this collaboration will bring about positive outcomes for both Torino FC , Act Sports Di Oyibo Ltd and Delta State.”