Nigerian U-12 team beats 56 countries to lift Dana Cup in Denmark

Lagos academy Dazzle FC’s Under-12 team has won the 2026 Dana Cup in Denmark, beating teams from 56 countries, with sponsor KingMakers celebrating the win and promising continued support for grassroots football.

Nigeria’s Under-12 side, Dazzle FC, has won the 2026 Dana Cup in Hjørring, Denmark, beating teams from 56 countries, Punch reports.

The Lagos youth academy, part of the KidSport family, won the tournament, one of the world’s largest for youth football, in July. KingMakers, which backs KidSport, celebrated the win in a statement on Wednesday.

KingMakers Managing Director, Gossy Ukanwoke, said: “Watching these young Nigerians lift a trophy against teams from 56 countries is exactly why we invest in grassroots sport. Talent is everywhere in Nigeria. What many children lack is the opportunity to play, to be coached and to be seen. KidSport gives them that, and we are proud to stand behind them.”

KidSport founder Bukola Alabi said: “To see them stand on the podium in Denmark with the Nigerian flag is a dream come true.”

KingMakers also powers the annual KidSport Charity Cup at Campos Mini Stadium, Lagos Island, and backs grassroots football across Nigeria.