Akwa United FC
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| Полное имя | Аква Юнайтед Футбольный клуб Уйо | ||
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| Прозвище (ы) | Обещание хранители | ||
| Основан | 1996 | ||
| Земля | Godswill Akpabio International Stadium [ 1 ] | ||
| Емкость | 30,000 | ||
| Владелец | штата Аква Ибом Правительство | ||
| Председатель | Пол Басси | ||
| Лига | Профессиональная футбольная лига Нигерии | ||
| 2023–24 | Профессиональная футбольная лига Нигерии , 16 -го числа 20 [ 2 ] | ||
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Футбольный клуб Аква Юнайтед - это нигерийский футбольный клуб, базирующийся в Уйо , в штате Аква Ибом . Они играют в профессиональной футбольной лиге Нигерии , первой дивизии нигерийского футбола. Международный стадион Godswill Akpabio - это домашний стадион клуба. В сезоне 2020/21 года они впервые в своей истории были коронованными чемпионами лиги. [ 3 ]
История
[ редактировать ]Источник: [ 4 ]
второго уровня Начиная с «футбольного клуба Ibom Stars», клуб начал свою профессиональную кампанию в сезоне 1996/97 NNL (затем называется «Pro League»). Ассам Ассам был пионером -председателем клуба с тренером Бернардом Огбе, который занимал должность своего первого технического советника. Клуб сыграл свои домашние матчи на стадионе Uyo Township , в котором были красные и белые в качестве соответствующих домашних и выездных комплектов. Это была доминирующая сила в штате, победив в Кубке штата Challenge семь раз в период с 1996 по 2006 год.
Продвижение и ребрендинг
[ редактировать ]После игры во втором дивизионе в течение почти десяти лет IBOM Stars получила повышение в Премьер -лиге Нигерии (теперь называемая Нигерия профессиональной футбольной лиги ) в сезоне 2007/08, избивая соседей Калабар Роверс 13–0 на стадионе Орон на последнем. День сезона, чтобы Edge Bussdor FC и квалифицируется.
Управление клубом затем подало заявку на смену имени, переходя от «Ibom Stars Fc» на «Akwa United FC» с прозвищем The Promise Heveers . [ 5 ] Они также примут синий для своих домашних матчей и белых для своих выездных матчей.
Команда привлекла много знаменитостей из других клубов по всей стране. Затем тогдашний кресло Крис Эконг подписал тренер Чарльз Басси (Мон), чтобы взять на себя ответственность за команду, помогая Эммануэль Кинг. За этим последовало прибытие некоторых нарицательных имен, в том числе невинных Озурумб, Оттана Оттана, Абдул Харуна, Стэнли Амади и даже бывших национальных игроков U17 Ambrose Vanzekin , Kingsley Udo и King Osanga . Недавно набранные игроки объединились с некоторыми коренными звездами, чтобы построить то, что было одним из лучших команд в стране в этом году.
Первый сезон лучшего полета
[ редактировать ]Аква Юнайтед сыграла свой первый матч Премьер-лиги с Воинами Эль-Канеми из Майдугури на стадионе Орон, выиграв 1–0. Полузащитник Эммануэль Экпо был бомбардиром. Их победа 0–1 над Насарава Юнайтед в Лафии станет первой победой команды в Премьер -лиге . Первый сезон Аква Юнайтед в Премьер -лиге не был, однако, без трения. В матче лиги против Enyimba International клуб был поражен тяжелым штрафом и изгнан на стадионе Uyo Township в течение трех лет после того, как домашние фанаты яростно вторглись в поле в ответ на судью Фелисию Окугбе, награждающую спорное время травмы, а один человек полагал мертвым. и многие другие получают различные травмы. Последствия этого оказали бы психологическое влияние на выступление команды, поскольку они боролись до конца сезона. В том, что было бурным первым сезоном для клуба, они финишировали 14 -м с 48 очками после того, как записали 14 побед, 6 ничьей и 18 поражений.
2008-2009 Season- One season, three Coaches and relegation
[edit]The Promise Keepers second season in the Premier League was not as smooth as the first.
Coach ImeUko was appointed by the club's management to take charge of the team and he was assisted by Coach Godwin Morgan. The team faced many challenges in the 2008/2009 season as some of her top players left the team for greener pastures. What followed was poor form and results. The team was struggling in the relegation zone for most of the season.
In a bid to salvage the situation, Coach Godwin Uwah was contracted to save the team from the drop. Coach Uwah battled tooth and nail to get results but to no avail. He later resigned his appointment.
The management in a desperate attempt to avoid being relegated appointed Coach Patrick Udoh to take charge of the team till the end of the season. Despite a late charge which saw them pick up some interesting results and also produced the league highest goal scorer of the season, (Orok Akarandut 17 goals) the team was dramatically relegated on the last day. They were dramatically relegated on the last day of the season on goals differential following Kaduna United's 9–0 defeat to Zamfara United. Akwa United garnered 48 points from 38 matches including 14 wins, 6 draws and 18 defeats to finish in 17th position.
Return to Premier League
[edit]When Akwa United returned to the lower division in the 2009/2010 season, the management team led by ObongIsongIsang promised that the team would return to the Premier League and kept its words. Akwa United made a return to the Big Time - the Premier League in 2011/2012 season (two years after their relegation from the premier league) and put up an improved performances throughout the season to finish on 50 points from 38 games comprising 15 victories, 5draws and 16 losses finishing in 12th, (the club's highest position ever on the log) under coach Solomon Ogbeide.
Last day survival
[edit]The management brought in two indigenous Coaches, Patrick Udo was the Technical Adviser while Emmanuel King was the Chief Coach both handled the team in 2012/2013 season. They started the campaign on a brighter note and topped the log for five weeks. But a dip in form saw them drop drastically in mid season though they managed to retain their top flight status when they ended the season one place above the relegation zone with 51 points. Their 14 wins, 9 draws and 15 defeats dropped the Promise Keepers to 16th position.
In 2013/2014 season, one of Nigeria's most experienced and widely traveled coaches Justin Tenger was given the nod to take charge of the team. But after a bright start at the beginning of that season, the team's fortune dwindled yet again. For the second straight season, they survived the drop on the last day, finishing in 16th place .
New Home Ground
[edit]The usual trend continued in the 2014/2015 season with the arrival of a new coach in Zackary Baraje. The team played few matches at the old Uyo Township Stadium before the League Management Company (LMC) deemed the stadium unfit to host Nigeria Professional Football League matches.[6]
Akwa United then moved to the magnificent 30,000 capacity Godswill Akpabio International Stadium which was built by former Governor Godswill Akpabio.
Although the story of escaping relegation on the last day was the same ( Akwa United defeated Lobi Stars of Makurdi 1–0, with Afeez Awakan scoring the only goal of the match to help the team stay up). Their 13 wins, 8 draws and 17 defeats pushed them to 15th position, two places above the drop zone.
Federation Cup Glory and Continental Debut
[edit]The 2014/2015 season was to be a standout season for the club for many reasons.
The team made history by winning the Federations Cup in November 2015, beating Lobi Stars of Makurdi 2–1 at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos to lift their first major trophy and qualified to play in the CAF Confederation Cup. (Then Captain Nnamso Edo and Afeez Awakan were the scorers).
Belgian Coach Maurice Cooreman was then appointed the new manager of the team and he took charge of the team in their first ever outing at the continental level where they were knocked out in the first round by Congolese side Vita Club Mokanda in Uyo. After winning the first leg 1–0 in Congo (UbongEkpai was the scorer) they lost at home by the same margin and were knocked out 4–3 on penalty shootout.
There was however a big improvement in the team's performance in the league as they finished in 14th position.
The team's 14th-place finish without the sweat of relegation worries was well celebrated and it was attributed to the effort of a seasoned journalist turned football administrator Elder Paul Bassey who was appointed Chairman of the Club in mid season of 2015/2016 by the State Governor Mr. Udom Emmanuel.
A New Dawn
[edit]In his first full season in charge of Akwa United as chairman, Elder Paul Bassey restructured the team and brought in a touch of professionalism into the administration of the club which has since manifested positively.
Part of the transformation process was the change in the club's Jersey colour from Blue and White to Orange and White which represents the Akwa Ibom State official colours.
Elder Paul Bassey's lead management contracted one of Nigeria's most experienced and intelligent Coaches Abdu Maikaba to take charge of the team.
Coach Maikaba recruited young determined and talented players such as Alhassan Ibrahim, Moses Ebiye, Aremu Afeez, IfeanyiIfeanyi, Musa Newman, Christian Pyagbara and Emmanuel Iwu and blended them with some star players like Ubong Friday, Otobong Effiong, Godspower Igudia, Ariwachukwu Emmanuel, Cyril Olisema, Chigozie Chilekwu, Ubong Idio, Amaechi Orji etc. that were retained from the previous season.
And despite a slow start to the season which saw the team manage just six points from a possible 18, they picked up and adjusted to the playing pattern of Coach Maikaba.
The result of the blend was evident in Akwa United's performances and achievements in the 2016/2017 NPFL season in which they were seriously contending for the title, but only to miss out in the last four rounds of matches and also missed the chance to pick one of the three continental tickets available through the league format by just a point.
Akwa United finished the 2016/2017 NPFL season in fourth placed (their highest ever finish in the top flight). They recorded 17 victories, 9 draws and 12 defeats with 60 points from 38 matches and also lifted the FA Cup (AITEO Cup) for the second time in 3 years.
The 2016/2017 season was the 20th Anniversary of Akwa United since it was founded as the Ibom Stars in the 1996/1997 season.[4] The team has played in Nigeria's Premier League for eight years in its 20 years of existence.[7] The end of the 2016/2017 season marked the club's sixth consecutive seasons in the league.
2017–18: Uninterrupted seventh season in the topflight
[edit]The end of the 2017–18 NPFL season marked the club's seven consecutive seasons in the Nigeria top flight since the 2011–12 NPFL.
Second appearance on the continent
[edit]Akwa United made their second appearance on the continent but were stunned 2–1 by Hawks FC of Gambia, in the first leg of the 2018 CAF Confederation Cup preliminary tie played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Sunday, February 11, 2018.
In the second leg at the Independence Stadium, Bakau on February 21, 2018, Cyril Olisema scored a brace to hand Akwa United a 3–2 aggregate win over the Gambian club and passage to the first round.
Al-Ittihad defeated Akwa United 1–0 in the first round, first leg fixture, only for the Promise Keepers to record the same scoreline in the second leg courtesy of Aniekeme Asuquo's 46th-minute goal, to go level on aggregate, before edging the Libyan club 3–2 on penalties to qualify for the second round.
The Promise Keepers fell 2–0 to Al-Hilal in the second round, first leg, at the Al-Hilal Stadium on Sunday April 8, 2018.
However, their 3–1 win over Al-Hilal in the second round, return leg at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Sunday, April 18, 2018, courtesy of Denis Nya's first half injury-time goal and Michael Ibe's brace in the second half was not enough to take Akwa United to the group stage, as Al-Hilal's Mohammed Bashir 28' minute goal qualified the Sudanese club on away goals rule.
Highest position ever on the log
[edit]The Promise Keepers finished second on the 2017–18 NPFL log with 41 points from 24 matches, two points behind leaders Lobi Stars in July 2018.
2018 Aiteo Cup quarter final Exit
[edit]The two time FA Cup Champions who were hoping to defend their 2017 Aiteo Cup crown were halted in the quarter final via penalties by Enugu Rangers at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano on Wednesday, 3 October 2018.
Michael Ibeh put Akwa United in front with a well-taken freekick in the first half, before Okey Odita drew level for Enugu Rangers, 20 minutes to the end of regulation time.
Enugu Rangers (The Flying Antelopes), however prevailed 4–2 in the penalty shoot-outs.[8]
2018–19: Abridged league
[edit]Official team photo of Akwa United for the 2018–19 NPFL
Akwa United management signed former Abia Warriors and FC Ifeanyi Ubah coach, Rafael Everton to lead the team in the abridged 2018–19 NPFL, following the departure of coach Abdullahi Maikaba to Plateau United at the conclusion of the 2017–18 season.[9]
The Brazilian tactician became the third foreigner after Cameroonian Emmanuel Deutsch and Belgian Maurice Cooreman to handle Akwa United in its 22-year-old history.
Twelve new players joined the team, including former player and Enyimba captain, Mfon Udoh, 2013 Super Eagles AFCON winner, Juwon Oshaniwa, and 2016 Federation Cup winner, Alberico Da Silva.[10]
The team lost 1–0 at home to El-Kanemi Warriors on the opening day of the league and followed up with a 1–1 draw at Kano Pillars on matchday three, being their second game of the season, after the matchday two tie against Gombe United was postponed.
They drew 2–2 at home against Plateau United on matchday four and lost 2–0 to Nasarawa United at Lafia Township stadium in a matchday five fixture.
Coach Everton side recorded their first win of the season on matchday six courtesy of a 3–0 home win over new comers, Go Round FC and went on an unbeaten run which culminated in a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Heartland FC of Owerri at the Okigwe Township stadium.[11]
Akwa United ended the first round in second place on the Group B log with 19 points from 11 matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding 10.
2020–21: Nigerian Professional League Champions
[edit]On August 1, 2021, Akwa United was crowned NPFL Champions for the first time in their existence after a dominating winning display of 5–2 against MFM FC at the Godswill Akpabio stadium, Uyo with a game to spare.[12]
Akwa United also set a league record with their 18-match unbeaten run, surpassing Enyimba in 2005 and Kano Pillars 2019–20 13-match unbeaten sequence.
As at the time of being crowned champions, which occurred during the Match Week 37, they had a total win of 19, 14 draws and 4 losses in a feat unbecoming of a Nigerian football club.
The later lost 2–1 away to Lobi Stars FC in the last Match Day of the season.
Honours
[edit]Nigeria Professional Football League
- Champions: 2020–21
- Winners: 2015, 2017
- Winners: 2015
Performances in CAF competitions
[edit]- 2021–22 – First round
Players
[edit]Current players
[edit]- As of 14 November 2021[13]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Staff
[edit]Management staff
[edit]| Position | Name |
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| Chairman |  Paul Bassey
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| Team manager | Emmanuel Udoh
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| Secretary | Omon Bassey
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| Accountant | Mary Akpaidiok
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| Welfare officer | Asuquo Samuel
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| Media manager | Mfon Patrick
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| Cashier | Idara Ekong
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| Camp commandant | Anietie Christo Davies
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Technical staff
[edit]| Position | Name |
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| Assistant coach (Goalkeeper Trainer) | Moses Effiong (MON)
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| Assistant coach | Abasiakan Windy
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| Assistant coach (Fitness Trainer) | Abdullahi Umar
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| Referees coordinator | Okon Ekanem
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| Scout | Usoro Imaikop
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| Doctor | Obot Jackson
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| Nurse | Emem Edwin
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| Physiotherapist | Albert Samuel
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| Psychologist | Ime Uko
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| Kit and Equipment managers | Aniedi Isaiah
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Administrative staff
[edit]| Position | Name |
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| Office Manager | Uwem James
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| Office Secretary | Emem Udofot
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| Assistant Office Manager | Ndiana-Abasi James
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| Transport officers | Edet Okon
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| Security officers | Okon Udo
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Managerial history
[edit]Akwa United Head Coaches since 1997–1998 Nigeria football season
| Season | Name | League |
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| 1997–1998 | Benard Ogbe
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NNL |
| 1998–1999 | Henry Nwosu
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NNL |
| 1999–2000 | Henry Nwosu
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NNL |
| 2000–2001 | Anietie Ukpa
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NNL |
| 2001–2002 | Anietie Ukpa
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NNL |
| 2002–2003 | Henry Nwosu
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NNL |
| 2003–2004 | Henry Nwosu
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NNL |
| 2004–2005 | Emmanuel King
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NNL |
| 2005–2006 | Charles Bassey
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NNL |
| 2006–2007 | Charles Bassey
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NNL |
| 2007–2008 |  Emmanuel Deutsch
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NNL |
| 2008–2009 | Ime Uko
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NPFL |
| 2008–2009 | Godwin Uwua
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NPFL |
| 2008–2009 | Patrick Udoh
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NPFL |
| 2009–2010 | Bernard Ogbe
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NNL |
| 2010–2011 | Solomon Ogbeide
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NNL |
| 2011–2012 | Solomon Ogbeide
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2011–12 NPFL |
| 2012–2013 | Patrick Udoh
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2012–13 NPFL |
| 2013–2014 | Justin Tenger
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2013–14 NPFL |
| 2014–2015 | Zachary Baraje
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2014–15 NPFL |
| 2015–2016 |  Maurice Cooreman
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2015–16 NPFL |
| 2016–2017 | Abdullahi Maikaba
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2016–17 NPFL |
| 2017–2018 | Abdullahi Maikaba
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2017–18 NPFL |
| 2018–2019 |  Rafael Everton
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2018–19 NPFL |
| 2019 – | John Obuh
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2019–20 NPFL |
| 2019 – | Kennedy Boboye
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2019–20 NPFL |
- Last updated: 10 February 2020
- Source:[14]
Kit information
[edit]| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor |
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| 1996–2017 | None | |
| 2017–2022 | Owu Sportswear[15] | |
| 2022– | 1xBet[16] |
References
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- ^ "Akwa United Wins 2020/2021 NPFL Title". Channels TV. October 27, 2021. Archived from the original on October 29, 2021. Retrieved October 27, 2021.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Our History". Akwa United FC. Archived from the original on 2022-11-22. Retrieved 2022-11-22.
- ^ "Akwa United: Can The Promise Keepers Keep The NPFL Title Hope?". Best Choice Sports. 2021-07-22. Archived from the original on 2022-11-22. Retrieved 2022-11-22.
- ^ "Nigeria suspends 9 stadiums from hosting league matches". Premium Times. October 25, 2015. Archived from the original on October 27, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
- ^ "Azscore - Premier League Football". azscore.ng. Archived from the original on 2022-11-22. Retrieved 2022-11-22.
- ^ "Aiteo Cup 2018 reigning champions Always United knocked out on penalties by Rangers". www.pulse.ng. Archived from the original on 2 September 2019. Retrieved 13 March 2019.
- ^ "Akwa United Unveil 12 New Players for 2018–19 NPFL Season". The Punch. 5 November 2018. Archived from the original on 17 August 2019. Retrieved 7 June 2019.
- ^ "Akwa United Unveil 12 New Players for 2018–19 NPFL Season". akwaunitedfc.net. Retrieved 21 March 2019.
- ^ "Akwa United Humble Heartland in Okigwe, Climb to 2nd Spot on the Log". akwaunitedfc.net. Archived from the original on 18 November 2019. Retrieved 21 March 2019.
- ^ "Akwa United crowned champions as league season ended dramatically in Nigeria". cafonline.com. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Akwa United Squad". Flashscore.com.ng. Flashscore. Archived from the original on 25 February 2019. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
- ^ "Akwa United History". Akwa United. Archived from the original on 19 February 2019. Retrieved 19 February 2019.
- ^ "Owu Sportswear unveil stunning Akwa United Caf Confederation Cup kit". Goal. 9 February 2018. Archived from the original on 18 June 2022. Retrieved 18 June 2022.
- ^ «Akwa United Bags Oneary Sponsorship с 1xbet» . Газеты -хранители Нигерия . 3 июня 2022 года. Архивировано с оригинала 18 июня 2022 года . Получено 18 июня 2022 года .
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