TRADE FAIR UTD FC

Big congratulations to Coach Maha, “The Vibrant Coach,” as he continues his coaching journey by taking part in the FCAAN E & D Coaching Program; progressing now to his D Course after successfully completing the E Course in November last year. 👏⚽️

A coach who keeps learning keeps growing, and your commitment to improving your knowledge and understanding of the game is something we are truly proud of. Your passion, energy and dedication to football continue to inspire those around you.

Wishing you a successful program and many greater achievements ahead. Keep pushing, The Vibrant Coach 💚⚽️

It’s been a while since we last posted here, but the journey of Tradefair United FC has never stopped.

Behind the scenes the boys have been training, learning and growing every week. Sometimes the work continues quietly, but the passion for the game and the development of these young talents remains the same.

As we move forward this year, we want to reconnect with everyone who believes in this project ;our supporters, parents, friends and the entire football family.

Thank you for always standing with Tradefair United FC. More updates coming soon as we continue the journey together.

🏆🔥 PRIDE OF TRADEFAIR FC 🔥🏆

What a remarkable outing for Tradefair FC at the just concluded Ogieva Cup 👏⚽

Under the inspiring leadership of Coach Maha Michael (The Vibrant Coach), our young stars delivered outstanding performances that make the entire Tradefair family proud.

🥈 U13 Category – Runners Up
A fantastic display of talent, discipline, and fighting spirit all through the competition. These boys showed heart and hunger for greatness!

🏅 U18 Category – 4th Place Finish
A strong and commendable performance against tough opposition, proving the depth and quality of talent being groomed at Tradefair FC.

This achievement is a clear testament to the vision, hard work, and dedication of The Vibrant Coach and the entire technical crew. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning 🚀⚽

Congratulations Tradefair FC!
We build, we compete, we rise 💪🔵⚪

FOOTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION OF AFRICAN NATIONS (FCAAN)

The Football Coaches Association of African Nations (FCAAN) a recognized body under the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) recently organized a two-day (11 - 12 November,2025) training course for grassroots coaches in Benin City, Edo State.

Among the participants was our very own Coach Michael Maha, fondly known as “The Vibrant Coach”, who once again demonstrated his commitment to continuous growth and excellence by successfully earning another top class coaching certification.

We celebrate Coach Maha for his dedication to improving his craft and contributing to the development of football at the grassroots level. 💪⚽🔥

📢 MATCHDAY ANNOUNCEMENT! ⚽🔥

The Edo Developmental League (Beyond Dreams) kicks off this weekend!
Our first fixture sees United FC lock horns with our beloved Trade Fair United FC 💙💛

🗓 Date: Saturday, 11th October 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Venue: Iguodala School Pitch, MM Way, Benin City

We’re calling on all Trade Fair United FC supporters to turn up in their numbers and cheer our darling team to victory! 💪💙
Let’s make our presence felt - together we win! 🏆🔥

🚨 Tournament Alert! 🚨

Edo Developmental League (Beyond Dreams) in collaboration with the Edo State Football Association is set to organize an Under-19 Tournament featuring 8 teams battling for the ultimate trophy. ⚽🏆

We are proud to announce that our darling team, Trade Fair United FC, will be gunning for glory! 💪🔥

📅 Kick-off Date: October 11th, 2025
🏁 Final Date: December 6th, 2025

We call on all our fans to stand behind the team and cheer us on as we chase the title. 💙

Stay tuned for fixture updates!

Up Trade Fair United! 💥

Every new week is like stepping onto the pitch again.

It’s not about the mistakes of yesterday, but the determination you bring today.

Let’s face this Monday with focus, courage, and the will to win. ⚽💪🔥

🎉 Congratulations, Coach Michael Maha! 🎉

We proudly celebrate our very own Coach Michael Maha (The Vibrant Coach) on his new appointment as the President of Nigeria Minifootball Five International Federation.

This is not just a personal achievement but also a proud moment for Trade Fair United FC and the entire football community. His dedication, passion, and leadership continue to inspire us all.

Wishing him success in this new chapter as he takes Nigerian minifootball to greater heights. 🇳🇬⚽✨

🏆 Late Coach Monday Arioba Memorial Cup

On Saturday, 13th September, Trade Fair United FC U13 wrote their name in gold after edging Bright FC U13 1–0 to lift the Late Coach Monday Arioba Memorial Cup.

It was a tightly contested encounter, but the young lads of Trade Fair United showed resilience and determination, sealing victory with the decisive goal that crowned them champions.

The memorable event had in attendance distinguished personalities including the Chairman of Edo State Football Association, Mr. Fred Newton, and the Chairman of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association, Edo State Chapter, Mr. Felix.

This triumph is not just a victory for the boys but a tribute to the enduring legacy of Coach Monday Arioba, whose passion and dedication to grassroots football continue to inspire the next generation.

Congratulations to Trade Fair United U13 – Champions of the Arioba Memorial Cup!

💥 FULL-TIME RESULT 💥
Trade Fair United FC U15 2 – 1 Ogieva FC U15

What a game from our young Vibrant Feeders! 🙌⚽

⚽ 40’ – City opened the scoring with a composed finish to give us the lead before the break.
⚽ 80’ – Favour doubled the advantage after some brilliant team play, sparking wild celebrations from the bench and fans.
⚽ The visitors pulled one back in the 86th minute, but it wasn’t enough to stop our boys from claiming all three points.

A true display of passion, teamwork, and resilience from the lads today 👏👏. The future of Trade Fair United is indeed bright ✨.

Match Report: IDC FC vs Trade Fair United FC
Date: 3rd September, 2025

It was a tough outing for Trade Fair United FC as they fell narrowly to IDC FC in a keenly contested encounter that ended 1–0.

The only goal of the game came in the 25th minute when IDC capitalized on a rare defensive lapse to take the lead. Despite the early setback, Trade Fair United responded with determination and intensity, dominating much of the possession and creating several clear cut opportunities.

A golden chance to level the score came in the 38th minute when Trade Fair United won a penalty. Unfortunately, the spot kick was missed, leaving the scoreline unchanged and adding to the frustration of the boys.

The second half saw relentless pressure from Trade Fair United, who created over 15 scoring chances. However, IDC’s goalkeeper was in inspired form, pulling off save after save, while their defenders stood resolute, blocking shots and clearing danger at every turn.

In the end, it was not for the lack of effort but sheer misfortune in front of goal that cost Trade Fair United the game. The boys left everything on the pitch, showing fight, creativity, and resilience, even if the result didn’t reflect their dominance.

Full-time: IDC FC 1–0 Trade Fair United FC