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Former [international](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/national-team-news/nigerias-all-time-top-10-super-eagles-goal-scorers/) Monday Kanu has called on Lagos State authorities to deliver at least 20 standard football pitches across the city to foster grassroots development and harness the evident passion for community football. Speaking after he observed a crowded neighbourhood match between Yellow and Blue FC, Kanu was impressed by the turnout and enthused about the potential such enthusiasm holds. +
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"I was flabbergasted to see this kind of crowd in community football," he remarked, emphasising the absence of corporate sponsorship or major infrastructure for events like the 1xBet Cup. He highlighted the urgency of creating formal playing facilities and suggested that private sector involvement, with government support, should drive the development of these spaces. +
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Kanu advocated for collaboration, stressing that corporate entities should take responsibility for managing community pitches, while the government provides the enabling environment. His comments underscore a belief that grassroots football in Lagos is vibrant but under‑resourced. +
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We underscore Monday Kanu’s appeal as timely and vital for Lagos football’s future. A call for 20 standard pitches reflects more than infrastructure it signals belief in community sport and untapped potential. +
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We contend that neither enthusiasm nor raw numbers is lacking in Lagos. What is absent is adequate infrastructure and coordinated investment. The packed crowd at Yellow and Blue FC’s match showed latent energy—now it needs a platform built on proper facilities. +
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We advocate strongly for public-private partnerships. The government must create the regulatory and planning framework, but the corporate sector should supply funding, pitch maintenance and commu[ +We believe that having at least twenty well-maintained, accessible pitches would not only cultivate talent but also reduce urban idle time, create jobs and foster neighbourhood pride. As observed, the appetite exists \ No newline at end of file