In honor of the late Coach, the NPFL Chairman, Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye has instructed NPFL players and officials to wear black armbands. Additionally, a moment of silence will be observed before the start of MatchDay 17 this weekend.
Sabara Brodericks-Imasuen gained international recognition when he led the Nigeria U-16 team to victory in the inaugural FIFA Cadet Championship in China in 1985.
In response to the news of his passing, Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye expressed his condolences and described Brodericks-Imasuen as an esteemed figure in youth and club coaching, whose loss is deeply felt by the country.
Sabara, as he was affectionately known, also coached El-Kanemi Warriors, Udoji United FC, and Bendel Insurance. Under his guidance, the Nigeria U16 squad triumphed in the inaugural FIFA Cadet World Cup in China in 1985, defeating West Germany 2-0 in the final. In subsequent tournaments, they secured a runner-up position in Canada and reached the quarter-finals in Scotland.
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