In an exciting development for the football community, leading consumer electronics brand itel has announced its partnership with the 12th edition of the Optima Energy Gold Cup Pre-season Tournament. This collaboration highlights itel’s commitment to supporting sports and celebrating exceptional talent on the field.
The Optima Energy Gold Cup, a prestigious pre-season football tournament, is set to feature defending champions Beyond Limits alongside nine other football clubs from Nigeria’s three-tier division leagues: the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeria National League, and Nationwide League One. Additionally, a visiting team from West Africa will add an international flair to the competition.
The tournament will be held from Thursday, August 15th to Saturday, August 24th, 2024, across two prominent venues: the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne and the FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu. These venues will host a series of thrilling matches as teams compete for supremacy in one of the most eagerly anticipated pre-season events in Nigerian football.
itel's involvement is underscored by its sponsorship of the Player of the Match awards, a role that acknowledges standout performances during the tournament. Omachona Eguda, itel’s ATL Marketing Manager, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “As we honor the exceptional talents on the field with the Player of the Match awards, we are reminded of the power of determination and passion that drives both our brand and these remarkable athletes. Together, we are elevating the spirit of sportsmanship and community across Nigeria.”
The addition of itel as a partner is particularly noteworthy, as Tunde Shamsudeen, representing the tourney’s Media Channel, commented, “We're delighted to have itel, a global leader in smart life solutions committed to providing affordable and high-quality consumer electronic products, on board as one of our partners. Their support for the Optima Energy Gold Cup, including the Player of the Match awards and limited edition gifts, is greatly appreciated and will undoubtedly enhance the tournament experience.”
This partnership not only strengthens the connection between sports and technology but also underscores the growing role of corporate support in promoting and celebrating sports excellence. As the tournament approaches, both fans and participants are eagerly anticipating a display of high-quality football and a celebration of sporting achievement, made even more special by itel's contribution.
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