Lagos — FANS of Double Champions, Manchester United would truly unite to give the Premiership Captain, Rio Ferdinand a rousing welcome when he would be guests of Lagos State in their Street Soccer Challenge that kicks off on June 8.

The State of Aquatic Splendour and Centre of Excellence is inviting the Ferdinand as a role model fo the youths who would participate in the Street Soccer Event that is being used to boost grassroot sports in the State. Commissioner of Youth and Sports, Prince Adeniji Adele who announced the coming of the ace defender said that Governor Babatunde Fashola, himself an ardent fan of Man Utd had given his blessings to the coming of Rio Ferdinand.

"As you all know, the Governor is a Sports man per excellence and also an ardent fan of Man Utd. He is enthusiastic about the positive impact the presence of Rio Ferdinand will give to our greater tomorrows", the Commissioner, himself a staunch fan of Chelsea announced.

The commissioner who also informed that all arrangements have been concluded on the visit said that the Manchester Skipper would also inaugurate the Lagos Junior League for players between the ages of 14 and 16.

The Theme of the Street Soccer Challenge would be 'Sports, Entertainment and Education'. The Street Soccer takes place every Saturday and Sunday in 57 centres across the State with a transfer window open to teams between Mondays and Thursdays. The Theme Song for the show is "Pass The Ball" and it is produced by Michael Odesanya.