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Touching the Nations Through Football
Developing
Talent.
Delivering Futures.

We identify, develop and prepare exceptional young footballers for professional opportunities at home and abroad.

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2026 Season
DSFCEst. 2023
About DSFC
More Than a Club,
A Pathway to Success.

DS Football Club is a professional football academy committed to raising world-class players. Our mission is to create opportunities, build character and connect talent to global platforms.

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DS FC
Our Pathway
From Potential to Professional.
Talent Identification
Scouting the best raw talents across the nation
Elite Development
World-class training and personal development
Exposure & Matches
Competitive matches and international exposure
Global Opportunities
Connecting players with clubs worldwide
Career Management
Guiding players on and off the pitch
Featured Players
Talented. Dedicated. Destined.
Ogunleye Victor
Forward
5
Ogunleye Victor
Ikorodu City FC · NPFL
NPFLTransfer
2-YearContract
Prince Musa Alaska FC #25
Forward
25
Prince Musa
Alaska FC · NLO (Loan)
6NLO Goals
LoanStatus
DS FC #10
Midfielder
10
DS FC #10
DS Football Club
ActiveStatus
DS FC Squad
Squad
DS FC Squad
First Team
20+Players
DS FC players celebrate
"Building the Next Generation of Nigerian Football Stars"
Club Leadership
The People Behind DSFC
Obianke Damilola Blessing
Director & Founder
Obianke Damilola Blessing
Obianke Omolola Jolaade
Senior Manager
Obianke Omolola Jolaade
Adekunle Gideon Baoku
General Manager
Adekunle Gideon Baoku
Ayodele Dabiri
Head Coach
Ayodele Dabiri
Adejare Aziz Adedoyin
Technical Director
Adejare Aziz Adedoyin
Prince Ogundipe Babatunde
Club Scout
Prince Ogundipe Babatunde
Ajayi Abimbola
Medical Officer
Ajayi Abimbola
Oyelakin Olawale
Head of Media
Oyelakin Olawale
Elujoba Christopher
Media & Comms
Elujoba Christopher
Latest News
Fresh From DSFC
Partnership News
DS Director Travels to Saudi Arabia
2025 Partnership Mission

DS Football Club President Obianke Damilola Blessing completed a landmark visit to Ohod Club in the Saudi Arabia First Division — building a strategic partnership that will open direct pathways for DSFC players to one of the world's fastest-growing football leagues.

SA
Saudi Arabia
Div 1
First Division
Ohod
Partner Club
Ohod Club · Saudi Arabia First Division
Trophy Win
DS Player Wins Lagos FA Cup
Lagos FA Cup Grand Final · 2025

A DS Football Club player made history at the Lagos FA Cup Grand Final — winning the prestigious cup with his club side and earning silverware that adds to the growing list of DSFC success stories on and off the pitch.

1st
Champions
Lagos
FA Cup
2025
Season
Lagos State Football Association · Nigeria
Match Report
DS FC vs ILAJI FC
Match Action · DS Football Club

DS Football Club took on ILAJI FC in a competitive fixture that showcased the quality and intensity of our academy players. An action-packed match with moments of skill, grit and determination from the DS FC squad.

DS FC
Home Side
vs
Match
ILAJI
Opposition
Ile-Ife, Osun State · Nigeria
Match Report
Shooting Stars vs DS FC
Match Action · DS Football Club

DS Football Club faced Shooting Stars FC in a competitive fixture, with our players delivering a tenacious and skilful performance throughout the match. A display of the quality being developed at the DS FC academy.

Shooting
Stars FC
vs
Match
DS FC
Our Club
Ile-Ife, Osun State · Nigeria
Latest News
Players Abroad

DS FC alumni making waves across the globe. Our players are proving their quality on the biggest stages in world football.

Aiyetigbo Oluwatosin
Striker
FC Hallein · Austria
18
Goals
12
Assists
25
Games
Akinyemi Azeez
Defensive Midfielder
Henndorf · Austria
DM
Position
AT
Austria
Pro
Level
Oduoye Shola
Striker
Deportivo Miranda · Venezuela
3
Goals
6
Games
ST
Position
Active Contract
Adejumo Peter SMAT
Defensive Midfielder
Al Raja SC • Egypt
DM
Position
EGY
League
6
Shirt No.

A professional football academy committed to raising world-class players from Nigeria to the global stage.

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Our Story
More Than a Club,
A Pathway
to Success.

DS Football Club is a professional football academy born out of a singular vision — to discover exceptional young Nigerian talent and connect them with opportunities that transform lives.

Founded with the mission of "Touching the Nations Through Football," DSFC has become a recognised pipeline for players aspiring to professional careers, both domestically in the NLO and internationally across Europe and beyond.

We operate at the intersection of elite football development and strategic player management, building structured pathways from grassroots identification through to professional placement at clubs worldwide.

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150+
Players
Developed
International Partnership · Scouting · Player Development
Our Foundation
Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
To be Africa's leading platform for discovering and exporting elite football talent to the global stage, establishing Nigeria as a powerhouse of world-class footballers.
Our Mission
To create opportunities, build character, and connect talent to global platforms through structured football development that goes far beyond the pitch.
Our Values
Excellence, integrity, resilience, and faith in every player's potential to reach the highest level — on the field and in life.
What We Do
Our Four Pillars

Talent Identification

Scouting the best raw talents across the nation through an extensive grassroots network.

Elite Development

World-class training, sports science, tactical education and personal development programmes.

Global Placement

Strategic connections with professional clubs in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Career Management

Ongoing player management, contract negotiation and welfare monitoring post-placement.

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Our Roster
Talented. Dedicated. Destined.
Ogunleye Victor
Forward
5
Ogunleye Victor
Ikorodu City FC · NPFL
NPFLTransfer
2-YearContract
Prince Musa Alaska FC
Forward
25
Prince Musa
Alaska FC · NLO (Loan)
6NLO Goals
LoanStatus
DS FC Midfielder #10
Midfielder
10
DS FC #10
DS Football Club
ActiveStatus
DS FC Player
Midfielder
DS FC Prospect
First Team
DS FC Forward
Forward
DS FC Forward
First Team
DS FC Defender
Defender
DS FC Defender
First Team
Lagos FA Cup Winner
Transfer
DS FC Alumni
NPFL · Lagos FA Cup Winner
NPFLTransferred
CupWinner
Loan Transfer Player
Forward
Loan Departure
Hammola FC · Loan
Transfer Activity
Recent Moves
Ogunleye Victor
DS FC → Ikorodu City FC · NPFL Transfer
Prince Musa
DS FC → Alaska FC · NLO 2026 (Loan, 6 Goals)
Adefioye Taiwo
Feed Talents FC → DS FC · New Signing
Loan Departure
DS FC → Hammola FC · NLO Loan
Lagos FA Cup · Grand Final
DS FC Alumni · Success Story
International Trials
European Scouts · Active Network
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Club Leadership
The People Behind DSFC

Our club is driven by passionate professionals committed to developing Nigeria's finest football talent and connecting them with the global game.

President Obianke Damilola Blessing
Director & Founder
Obianke Damilola Blessing

The visionary founder of DS Football Club, Obianke Damilola Blessing established the club with a singular mission — to use football as a vehicle for national and international impact. His leadership defines the club's philosophy of excellence, integrity, and global ambition. Under his stewardship, DSFC has become a recognised pipeline for professional talent placement both in Nigeria and internationally, with growing partnerships across Europe and beyond.

Obianke Damilola Blessing
Director & Founder
Obianke Damilola Blessing
Visionary leader steering DSFC's mission to identify, develop and deliver exceptional Nigerian football talent to clubs at home and especially abroad.
Obianke Omolola Jolaade
Senior Manager
Obianke Omolola Jolaade
Supports the club's executive leadership, championing institutional strategy, partnership development, and the welfare of players and staff across all DSFC operations.
Adekunle Gideon Baoku
General Manager
Adekunle Gideon Baoku
Oversees the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the club, ensuring every department runs efficiently and in alignment with the club's mission.
Ayodele Dabiri
Head Coach
Ayodele Dabiri
Leads DS FC's first team with tactical discipline and passionate mentorship, shaping the technical growth of every player on the pitch.
Adejare Aziz Adedoyin
Technical Director
Adejare Aziz Adedoyin
Oversees all coaching methodologies, player development programmes, and tactical frameworks that define DS FC's playing identity on a national and international level.
Prince Ogundipe Babatunde
Club Scout
Prince Ogundipe Babatunde
Leads scouting operations identifying exceptional young talents nationwide. Maintains a robust network with grassroots clubs and academies across Nigeria.
Ajayi Abimbola
Club Medical Officer
Ajayi Abimbola
Ensures the health, fitness, and wellbeing of every player. Manages the medical and sports science programmes keeping our athletes performing at their peak.
Oyelakin Olawale
Head of Media
Oyelakin Olawale
Leads all media operations at DS FC — from press relations and broadcast coverage to content strategy — amplifying the club's story to local and international audiences.
Benjamin Godwin
Media Officer
Benjamin Godwin
Manages DS FC's brand story, media presence and communications to build the club's profile across print, digital and broadcast channels.
Elujoba Christopher
Media & Communications
Elujoba Christopher
Drives DS FC's digital strategy and content creation, building and sustaining the club's visibility across social media and broadcast channels.
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The DS FC Academy
Building Champions,
One Player at a Time.

Our academy is the engine of DS Football Club — a structured, professional environment where raw talent is refined into world-class performance through elite coaching, education, and character development.

About the Academy
Where Talent Meets Opportunity.

From the first whistle to the professional contract, our academy supports players at every stage of their journey. We don't just train footballers — we shape careers, develop characters, and create pathways to the biggest stages in world football.

With a growing network of international partners and a track record of successful placements across the NLO and abroad, DS FC Academy is the most credible development hub in the region.

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DS FC with scouts
Players celebrate
Our Pathway
From Potential to Professional
Identification
Nationwide scouting to find exceptional young talent across Nigeria's grassroots.
Development
Elite coaching, fitness science, tactical education and personal growth.
Exposure
Competitive matches, NLO participation, and international trial opportunities.
Global Placement
Connections with clubs in Europe, Asia, and the Americas for professional deals.
Career Support
Ongoing management, contract support and player welfare post-placement.
Our Partners
Global Networks

Affiliated with leading football bodies and international clubs

Success Stories
What They Say
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DS Football Club didn't just develop my football skills — they gave me a platform to be seen. The international exposure changed the trajectory of my career completely.
PM
Prince Musa
Forward · Alaska FC
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The professionalism at DSFC is unlike anything I experienced at this level. They treat every player as an investment and genuinely care about your future beyond football.
AT
Adefioye Taiwo
Winger · DS FC
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What DS FC is doing for young Nigerian football is remarkable. Their network, processes, and commitment to getting players to the right clubs is world class.
EU
European Scout
International Partner
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Whether you're a player, parent, club representative, or sponsor — we want to hear from you.

Email
info@dsfootballclub.com
Phone
+234 706 705 1635
Location
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
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