Kwara United won their first-ever national trophy at the grand finale of this year’s President Federation Cup in Lagos on Saturday.
The Tunde Sanni’s boys stood firm against ‘giant-killers’ Abakaliki FC from Ebonyi State and eventually prevailed 4-3 after penalty shootout following a scoreless situation after regulation time.
The Afonja Warriors came close to scoring in the 31st minute, advancing from midfield and executing strong play that brought them close to the Rice Boys’ goal. However, their attempt struck the woodwork, keeping the scoreline at 0-0 as both teams looked for the breakthrough.
In the second half, Kwara United pushed hard to break the deadlock, with Wasiu Alalade nodding a goal in the 57th minute, which was ruled offside by Referee Joseph Ogabor.
In the penalty shootout, Kwara United were triumphant in a 4-3 win.
AWARDS
WOMEN’S COMPETITION
Winner: Rivers Angels (N25million)
Runner-Up: Nasarawa Amazons (N10million)
MVP: Shola Shobowale (Nasarawa Amazons FC)
Top Scorer: Abasi Ofon Uwa (Ibom Angels FC)
Best Goalkeeper: Anderline Mgbechi (Rivers Angels FC)
MEN’S COMPETITION
Winner: Kwara United FC (N50million)
Runner-Up: Abakaliki FC (N20million)
MVP: Victor Okoye (Kwara United FC)
Top Scorer: Mercelle Akinocho (Beyond Limits FC)
Best Goalkeeper: Suraj Aiyeleso (Kwara United FC)
