36 Lion roar in Venezuela as Samson Akinyoola, Ade Oguns joins Caracas

The duo of 36 Lion FC players Samson Akinyoola and Ade Oguns, striker and midfielder respectively, have completed a move to Venezuelan giant Caracas FC.

The transfer move which was assisted by Cem Sagar, a top class U. K. Licensed FIFA Agent was on Tuesday.

Announcing the deal, the visibly elated 36 Lion FC Chairman Hajji Gafar Liameed thanks the intermediary Agent who facilitated the deal and pour encomium on the players.

"We announce the signing and unveiling of our two top attackers, Ade Oguns and Samson Akinyool in the far South America with Caracas Football Club in Venezuela.

"These two Lions attacking prowess kept us afloat 2018/2019 Nigeria National League tough season."

The attacking duo who formed a formidable partnership during their time with 36 Lions were succinctly described by Gafar as "Send a long pass to Ade, he will locate Samson. Get the ball to Samson and he’ll assist Ade."

"It’s really rare for two youth players from West Africa sign in the same Champions League Club anywhere but Cem believed strongly in the combination of these two Lions. We also know it’ll be a massive mileage for Caracas FC."

The 36 Lion Director congratulates the two players and wish them all the best in their new endeavors.

"Congratulations Ade. Congratulations Samson. We wish both of you all the best! Go on and conquer the entire South America."

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