Obafemi Martins, Egyptian El Hadary Confirm Attendance As Media Arrives For Champions Cup

With just five days to go, excitement is mounting ahead of the 2025 Champions Cup, as football icons Obafemi Martins from Nigeria and Egyptian goalkeeping legend Essam El Hadary have confirmed their attendance.

The highly anticipated clash will see Barça Legends take on African Legends in a thrilling Champions Cup encounter that promises to unite fans through the spirit of football and nostalgia.

The event is organised by the Attom Foundation in collaboration with ZMB Homes and WGI, and is scheduled to take place on 25 October at 3 p.m..

As the countdown continues, media teams from across Africa and Europe have already begun arriving in Nigeria to cover the spectacle, highlighting the global attention the Champions Cup is attracting.

Ticket sales and volunteer registration are still ongoing, offering fans and enthusiasts the chance to be part of this historic sporting experience. Tickets can be purchased via bit.ly/championscup2025.

The Champions Cup is expected to deliver a blend of top-tier football entertainment, community engagement, and charitable impact for girls, staying true to the vision of the Attom Foundation, which continues to utilise sports as a platform for unity and development.

Other African and Barça legends, including Ronaldinho, JJ Okocha, Alex Song, Saviola, Giuly, and Mendieta, have also confirmed their attendance at the match.