Akpabio makes waves at Ajax

By Ojeikere Aikhoje

Akpabio @ Gallo Images



Nigerian forward, George Akpabio, has gradually wormed his way into the hearts of Ajax CapeTown gaffer, Maarten Stekelenburg, and the fans of the "Urban Warriors."

Akpabio scores for Ajax

Nigerian striker, George Akpabio, came off the bench to score his first goal for the team during Sunday's 2-0 road trip victory at Maritzburg United.

Ajax gaffer salutes brave squad

Ajax gaffer, Stekelenburg


Ajax boss, Maarten Stekelenburg believes that his players has the character to challenge for silverware after the Urban Warriors came from 2 goals down to beat Platinum Stars 3-2 with all 3 Ajax goals scored in the last seven minutes of the game.

Ajax wins on Akpabio's debut

Nigerian forward, George Akpabio, debuted on Wednesday as Ajax Cape Town fought back from a 2-0 deficit to beat Platinum Stars 3-2 with all three goals scored in the last five minutes plus extra time.

Akpabio ready for Ajax debut

Nigerian forward, George Akpabio, has told SuperSport.com that he's ready to make his debut for Ajax Cape Town in South Africa's Premier Soccer League on Wednesday night.

Ajax unveil Akpabio

Akpabio(first from left) with other new players


Nigerian forward, George Akpabio, has been unveiled by his new South African team, Ajax Cape Town.

The Nigerian was unveiled recently with other new players of the team.

Akpabio will use number five at his new team.

The former Plateau United forward is the fifth foreigner at the club.

Akpabio applauds Plateau United

By Ojeikere Aikhoje

Akpabio and his former Plateau United teammates at backpagepix


Plateau United all-time goal scorer, George Akpabio, has applauded the Jos side for making him a great player within a short time.

Akpabio, who joined top South African team, Ajax Cape Town, on Monday, told his personal site georgeakpabio.blogspot.com that he will always remember his time at the famous Jos side.

Ajax can win the league - Scott

Ajax Cape Town’s captain, Granwald Scott has warned detractors that the Urban Warriors can still claim the Absa Premiership.

George Akpabio in focus

Akpabio at Plateau United

Plateau United leading scorer, George Akpabio, is one of the rising stars in the Nigeria Premier League.

10 Attributes of George Akpabio

By Ojeikere Aikhoje
naijapremierleague.net

Akpabio @ kickoff.com


Nigeria Premier League side, Plateau United got their top scorer, George Akpabio for nothing, but will reap the fruits of their labour for developing him into a top rated player.

Akpabio lands number five

Former Plateau United star, George Akpabio, will wear jersey number five at his new South African side, Ajax Cape Town.

Ajax celebrate Akpabio

Ajax Cape Town is proud to announce that the club have signed George Akpabio.

Akpabio previously played for Plateau United in the Nigeria National
League, the striker challenged amongst leading goal scorers with 18
goals in his first season (2010/2011) in the Nigerian Premier league.

George attracted the interest of a Norwegian club Viking Stavanger,
however Plateau United refused to release him after his trial with the
club in August 2011. He also attracted the interest of another
Norwegian club Lillestrom, however Plateau United recalled the player.

George arrived at Ikamva in the second week of January 2012 and he has
been part of the PSL training squad ever since. He was part of the
Ajax squad that attended the high altitude camp in Johannesburg last
week.

According to Supersport.com Football Nigeria; George Akpabio’s
performances in the lower division earned him a place in
SuperSport.com’s ‘10 to watch in NPL this season.’ Akpabio has
justified SuperSport.com’s pre-season rating.

The report published on the eve of the season noted: “Youngster George
Akpabio is arguably the most interesting player at Plateau United.

Akpabio is a strong player who has the ability to shoot with
precision. He also has the qualities of good positioning and the
ability to dribble.

“The striker was groomed through the youth ranks of Plateau United
before he was elevated to seniors of the club. Akpabio is one of the
reasons Plateau United have found themselves back in the top-flight
after six years in the lower league.”


Profile

Full Name: George Akpabio

Former Club: Plateau United FC (Nigerian National League)

Honours: Plateau State Federation Cup

National Cap(s): Nil (Invited to Under-20 camp)

NPL Goals: 7


Courtesy of Supersport.com

Culled from ajaxct.com