Wikki Tourists Football Club is a Nigerian professional football club based in Bauchi, Nigeria. The club was founded in 1992 and has since then become one of the most successful football clubs in Nigeria.
In this article, we will delve into the history, achievements, and notable players of Wikki Tourists Football Club.
History
Wikki Tourists Football Club was founded in 1992, and they have been a consistent member of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) ever since.
The club was initially based in the city of Bauchi, but they moved to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in 2005.
They have established themselves as one of the most successful clubs in Nigerian football, with a loyal fan base that has supported the team through thick and thin.
Achievements
Wikki Tourists Football Club has had a number of achievements in its history. The club won its first major trophy in 2015 when they won the Nigerian Federation Cup.
They also reached the finals of the same competition in 1996 and 2007. In 2016, the club finished third in the Nigerian Professional Football League, which is the highest position the team has ever achieved.
The club has also won a number of pre-season tournaments such as the Bauchi State Governor’s Cup.
Notable Players
Over the years, Wikki Tourists Football Club has produced a number of talented players who have gone on to represent Nigeria at various levels.
Some of the notable players who have played for the club include:
- Godwin Obaje: He is a Nigerian forward who played for Wikki Tourists from 2014 to 2016. He was the top scorer in the 2015-16 Nigerian Professional Football League season, scoring 18 goals in 21 appearances.
- Abdullahi Biffo: He is a former player and coach of Wikki Tourists Football Club. As a player, he was known for his work rate and leadership qualities. As a coach, he led the team to their third-place finish in the 2016 Nigerian Professional Football League season.
- Gambo Mohammed: He is a Nigerian forward who played for Wikki Tourists from 2012 to 2017. He was one of the key players of the team during his time there and helped them win the 2015 Nigerian Federation Cup.
- Ibrahim Alhassan: He is a Nigerian midfielder who played for Wikki Tourists from 2016 to 2017. He was one of the standout players in the 2016 Nigerian Professional Football League season and was subsequently called up to the Nigerian national team.