According to Report by Punch on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 A Nigerian youth football team, Dazzle FC, has emerged champion of the 2026 Dana Cup in Denmark after defeating competing teams from 56 countries at the international youth football tournament.

The U-12 side, based in Lagos and affiliated with the KidSport family, secured the title at the tournament held in Hjørring, Denmark, in July, marking a significant achievement for grassroots football development in Nigeria.

KingMakers, a sports and entertainment company, has congratulated the young players and celebrated their performance, describing the victory as an important milestone for youth football and talent development.

In a statement obtained by our correspondent on Wednesday, the company said it was proud to have supported KidSport for several years as part of its commitment to promoting youth development through sports.

According to the statement, Dazzle FC's achievement reflects the potential of young Nigerian footballers to compete successfully on the international stage when provided with opportunities, guidance and adequate support.

The Dana Cup is regarded as one of the world's largest international youth football tournaments, attracting teams from different countries to compete across various age categories.

Dazzle FC's triumph therefore represents a notable accomplishment for the Lagos-based academy, particularly given the international competition involved.

KingMakers also highlighted its longstanding partnership with KidSport, noting that its support extends beyond football competitions to initiatives aimed at providing children with opportunities for personal development and social engagement.

As part of the partnership, the company has supported the annual KidSport Charity Cup held at Campos Mini Stadium on Lagos Island.

The competition brings together children from orphanages, schools and football academies across Lagos, providing them with opportunities to participate in organised sporting activities and develop their footballing abilities.

The most recent edition of the charity tournament was held in December 2025.

Beyond traditional sports, KidSport has also collaborated with KingMakers on the KingMakers E-Sports Academy Kids Programme, which was launched in September 2025 in partnership with Carven Gaming and Reach.

The programme is designed to introduce children to digital skills while promoting responsible gaming and providing opportunities to explore developments in the digital entertainment industry.

Through these initiatives, KingMakers said it remained committed to supporting programmes that use sports and digital activities to create opportunities for young people.

The success of Dazzle FC at the Dana Cup has further drawn attention to the importance of grassroots football development, particularly the need to provide young Nigerian players with access to international competitions, quality coaching and structured development programmes.