| Full name | Ughelli Rovers Football Club | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2023 | |||
| Ground | Ughelli Township Stadium | |||
| Chairman | Oke Umurhohwo | |||
| Manager | Ekete Nyerovwo [1] | |||
| League | Nationwide League One | |||
| Website | Club website | |||
Ughelli Rovers Football Club (a.k.a.Ughelli Rovers FC) is a football club based in Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria and play in the Nigeria Nationwide League the third tier of Nigerian football League. [2] [3] [4]
Ughelli Rovers FC was established with the aim of harnessing the abundant football talent in Ughelli and its environs. Inspired by a deep-rooted passion for the sport, founder Oke Umurhohwo brought together promising players he had discovered through years of sponsoring local football tournaments. The club's slogan, "Eguono V' Ovwian" (Love and Hardwork), encapsulates its core values. It emphasizes the importance of both love and dedication in achieving success on and off the pitch. The club aims to foster a strong sense of community and unity among players, staff, and supporters.. [5]
Ughelli Rovers FC aspires to become a leading football club in Delta State, renowned for its exceptional talent development and administrative excellence. The club seeks to nurture and showcase local football stars while contributing to the growth of football in Nigeria.
As of April 2024Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor |
|---|---|---|
| 2023–present | — | Itel |
Management
| Role | Staff |
|---|---|
| Founder and Chairman | Hon. Oke Umurhohwo |
| Head of Business Development and Strategy | Taria Yarhere |
| Sporting Director | Wale Adigun |
| Technical Adviser | Olaogbegbikan Oluwatosin Ganiyu |
| Football Development Officer | Emma Kporharor |
| Role | Staff |
|---|---|
| Head Coach | Ekete Nyerovwo |
| Assistant Coach | Johnson Oghenetega Jackson |
| Goalkeeper Coach | Tuxedo Charles Waxco |
| Academy Coach | Otuada Davidson Otega |
| Physiotherapist | Okoye Modesta Nzubechukwu |
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