Creative Championship: Ikechukwu Friday's hat trick propels Dino SC back to winning ways

 

Dino Sporting Club secured their most significant victory to date in the Creative Championship League, decimating Escola FC with an astonishing 8-0 triumph.

The victory came as a redemption for Dino Sporting Club, who were reeling from a humiliating 5-2 loss to Imperial FC earlier in the week, spurring them on to showcase their true potential on the field.

From the onset, Dino Sporting Club asserted their dominance, swiftly netting two goals within the opening 45 minutes courtesy of Stephen Ende and Amos Adzuu.

As the game progressed, Dino Sporting Club intensified their assault, adding six more goals to their tally, leaving Escola FC in disbelief and securing a resounding victory.

Ikechukwu Friday emerged as the standout performer, delivering a remarkable hat-trick, propelling Dino Sporting Club to score eight goals for the second time in the league campaign.

Following the final whistle, Maduboko Henry was rightfully recognized as the Player of the Match, acknowledging his invaluable contributions to the team's triumph. 

This accolade marked Henry's second individual award in as many weeks, solidifying his pivotal role within the squad.

TCC League: Dino Sporting stretch winning momentum with victory over Real Sapphire

Dino Sporting Club secured another resounding victory, overpowering Real Sapphire 4-1 in their rescheduled Creative Champions League match on Wednesday.

This triumph comes on the heels of their dominating 3-1 win against Valiant FC at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos.

The first half concluded with both teams scoring a goal each, setting the stage for an intense second half where Dino Sporting escalated their performance, unleashing three unanswered goals.

The driving force behind this formidable onslaught was Patrick John, whose hat-trick significantly contributed to the memorable away win.

With this latest triumph, Dino Sporting Club now sits just one point behind the league leaders, Beyond Limits, at the pinnacle of the table.

TCC League: Dino Sporting Club makes history with record breaking victory over Iganmu Tiger

In a stunning display of dominance, Dino Sporting Club has etched their name in the TCC League history book with an unprecedented 8-1 triumph over Iganmu Tigers at the illustrious Otunba Dipo Dina's Stadium, IjebuOde on Saturday.

This resounding victory not only secured a commaning win for Dino Sporting Club but also marked the single most significant triumph by any team throughout the entirety of this season's championship.

This achievement adds to Dino Sporting Club's remarkable season, as they previously secured the distinction of being the first team to clinch four consecutive victories at the commencement of the campaign.

Highlighting this spectacular performance was Samuel Umoh, who notched an impressive hat trick, securing his first of the season and rightfully earning the coveted Man of the Match award.

Contributing to the goal fest, Dino Sporting Club's leading scorer, Ogonna Hyacinth, showcased his prowess by finding the back of the net, alongside stellar performances from Stephen Ende and James Okpe.

Completing the ensemble of triumph, Chidubem Diji and Christian Nwachukwu sealed the emphatic victory, solidifying Dino Sporting Club's status as a force to be reckoned with in the TCC League.

TCC League: Ogonna Hyacinth inspires Dino Sporting Club to big win at Dannaz FC

 

Dino Sporting Club continues their impressive start to the 2023/2024 Creative Championship League campaign with a commanding 3-0 win at Dannaz on Saturday.

The Godwin Gibson's tutored side arrived Onikan Stadium, Lagos, with much confidence following their opening day 4-1 win over Atlantic Business FC last weekend.

The first half was a cagey affairs as both sides cut each other out and went into the break unscratched.

Dino Sporting Club however found a way past their hosts in the second 45 minutes and scored three times, with their talisman Ogonna Hyacinth heavily involved in the goals.

Chidubem Diji netted the first goal following an assist Ogonna Hycainth.

Hyacinth added the second few minutes later, before Christian Nwachukwu sealed the memorable win with the third goal.

The victory keeps Dino Sporting Club top of the table with six maximum points with seven goals scored and one conceeded.

TCC League Preview: Dino SC takes scoring mood to Dannaz

 

Dino’s 4-1 win against Atlantic Business was the first time they scored four goals on MatchDay 1. They will be hoping to continue their rampant start to the season when they travel to face Dannaz.

If they’re to make the most of their first home game this season, Coach Fatai’s must first find their scoring boots. Dannaz drew blanks in their opening game of the season, falling to Sporting Lagos. Two losses in a row is too costly to afford at the moment.

The hosts can draw inspiration from a similar meeting that happened months back. Last season, both sides met on MatchDay 2, with Dannaz outscoring their opponents in a five-goal thriller. Coach Fatai won’t mind a similar outcome this weekend. But can they keep Coach Godwin’s boys at bay and get the win?

STAT ATTACK

It’s the second time in a row both sides are meeting on MatchDay 2 of the league season. Coincidence

MAN TO WATCH

Hyacinth Ogonna Okoro (Dino)

His double in the first game earned him the Man of the Match award. It also makes him one to watch out for in this clash.

TCC League: Coach Gibson demands more from Dino Sporting Club despite bright start to new season

 

Godwin Gibson heaped praise on Dino Sporting Club's start to the season after his side thrashed Atlantic Business 4-1 in the Creative League championship at the Otunba Dipo Dina's Stadium, Ijebu Ode.

Dino SC were in total control of the match, racing to 3-0 lead at half-time but had to hold on when the visitors pulled one back, before Ogonna Hyacinth's second goal of the afternoon secured the points.

When asked if the win was a relief after last season's struggle, Gibson said :

"It was a good game, full of goals and actions,

"I'm happy all the work we did in training was transmitted to the pitch and that's good as well."

The victory is Dino SC's first home win over their neighbors, and despite scoring four time, Gibson believes his boy should have done better .

"We should have scored more, because we missed some chances , but overall we are happy to start the season on good note.

After placing second to Beyond Limits twice, Dino SC finished in disappointing 6th position last season.

"Yes, we have started well this time, and we can't relax now. We have to improve , because we have set a target for ourselves this season . So we have to keep working." Coach Gibson conclusion.

Meanwhile Dino Sporting Club have been drawn against debutants Sporting Lagos academy in the TCC League cup.

Dino SC won the cup back in 2022.

TCC League: Dino kickoff new season with derby duel against Atlantic Business

Dino Sporting Club and Atlantic Business will lock horns in the derby at the Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode on match day One.

The two teams share the same home ground and this fixture has been one to watch in recent seasons of the TCC.

This match usually produces goals and the winners of the two encounters last term was the away team. Dino won on match day four 2-0, before ATL returned the favour on match day 15, winning 3-2 – a game Abiodun Mustapha was named Man of the Match.

In fact, all four league games between the two sides have not ended in a draw – two wins apiece. This opening day fixture could put one side ahead of the other.

Dino, will be looking to do better than they did last term too. Both teams finished in the bottom half last campaign and the goal will be to end in the top five this exciting season.

This season opener will test the resolve of both sides. In all, the new TCC season will be flagged off with a must-watch game.

STAT ATTACK

Dino SC have not beaten Atlantic Business when playing as the home side in the TCC League meetings with Atlantic Business.

15-year-old Olaniyan wins TCC Cup 2023 title for Ikorodu-based Valiant FC

 

Gafar Olaniyan, the 15 year old Valiant FC striker, hit the ground running after he fired one goal and an assisted another to help his side beat Gbagada FC in the epic final match of the just concluded The Creative Championship Cup 'TCC 2023'.

After going behind 2-0 in the first half against Gbagada FC, fast-rising and highly inspiring youngster Olaniyan put up an eye-catching display to get his team back into the game by scoring a goal and assisting the equalizer to draw level the match 2-2 at full time before going on to win on penalties.

Gafar has been exceptionally brilliant throughout the TCC 2023 season with his exploitive speed, dribbles, and goals.

He scored against Sporting FC Lagos, Imperial FC, Dannaz FC, and also against Gbagada United in the final while also having two assists to his name throughout the competition. 

Gafar, a left-footed attacking player is making a name for himself in Lagos. The wonderkid has been exceptional this season and caught the attention of many football lovers at the Legacy Pitch, Abati Barracks, and presently, he's the fan's favorite in Imota, Ikorodu. 

TCC League: Temilehin Adekunle stars as Dino SC halt Dannaz unbeaten run on final day

Dino Sporting Club put behind miserable week that saw them relinquished their Creative Championship League Cup with a win against Dannaz FC at the Otunba Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode.

The Coach Godwin Gibson's side went into the Matchweek 17 encounter knowing a top three finish is out of the reach, but finishing the campaign on high remain the objective.

Both sides came into game on the back contrasting TCC Cup results from the week. 

The hosts, on one hand, will not be defending the trophy they won last year as they were ousted by Gbagada FC. On the other hand, the visitors secured their semi-final ticket with a win over Atlantic Business.

The match was closely contested, and Dino find it difficult to play its free flowing football given Dannaz’s recent run of form.

Dino however dug deep to secure the three points at stake, with winning the goal from Temilehin Adekunle three minutes after hour mark.

The defeat brought an end to Coach Fatai’s seven games unbeaten run in all competition.

TCC League: Ogonna Hyacinth inspires Dino SC to first league win of 2023

 

Dino SC bounced back to winning ways with a 2-0 win against Iganmu Tigers in Lagos on Saturday.

The victory came after weeks of disappointing results that left the club in poor position on the Creative Championship League table.

The Coach Gibson’s side have struggled in front of goal in the league this year, scoring just three league goals in the calendar year, but they put two past Iganmu Tigers and also left with a rare clean sheet.

Talisman Ogonna Hyacinth was again in the heart of everything for Creative Championship League Cup holders and was adjudged the player of the match at the end of the game.

The win over Iganmu Tigers is the first TCC League win of the year for Dino SC and the boys will aiming to build on it.

Dino's Ogonna Hyacinth sweeps Creative Championship Week 11 award

 

Following his impressive form this season, Dino Sporting Club striker Ogonna Hyacinth has been recognized for his effort and contributions.

On Monday, the forward picked up another two accolades and was also rewarded with a place in the TCC League week 11 team of the week.

Ogonna's superb goal against Valiant FC was picked as the best goal in the whole of week 11 fixtures.

Recalled Hyacinth Ogonna-inspired Dino SC to a 4-2 win over Valiant FC in the final game of match week 11 in the Creative Championship.

The striker scored three of the four goals as Dino move up to sixth with the win, before drawing Gbadaga FC and losing to Beyond Limits.

The young forward was also selected as the winner of TCC Player of the Week 11, with Coach Godwin Gibson winning the coach accolade.

Ogonna Hyacinth remain the shining light in the season that will go down as most difficult campaign for Dino SC in the history of championship.

With Dino chances

Dino SC claims derby bragging rights against Imperial

Two first half goals from Ilechukwu Friday and Pascal Chukwudi gave Dino Sporting Club a bragging right against their city rivals Imperial FC in the Matchday 15 of The Creative Championship, TCC League on Saturday.

The encounter played at the famous Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode was one of the early fixtures in the Matchday 15 which Dino won deservedly. 

Friday gave the Columbus Boys the lead in the quarter of an hour following a perfect team build up and put the host in a comfortable stead. 

Dino doubled their lead with just four minutes after the half hour mark with cool finish from their creative player Chukwudi given them full control of the first.

Imperial tried to stage a comeback in the second half but the hosts had taken care of the business in the first half and did well to protect the two goal cushions. 

The result has however moved Dino to second with 30 points ahead of Gbagada FC who will be playing tomorrow. 

Dino will next be taking on Iganmu FC in Lagos on Wednesday. 

Dino, Gbagada share spoils in six goal thriller

Dino Sporting Club failed to hold on to their incredible comeback against Gbagada as both sides settled for a draw in the final Matchday 10 fixtures of the Creative Championship League encounter played at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu-Ode on Wednesday. 

Dino SC who are still unbeaten in the last eight games needed a perfect response to clear a two early goals conceded in the first half. 

Gbagada who went into the the fixture with the mindset of revenge following their 0-2 home defeat in the reverse fixtures were two goal up within half an hour of the game through Semiu Fagbayi and Ademola Akibu, but Dino responded late on before the end of the opening half as both Elijah Adekunle and Hyacinth Ogonna make sure they head into dug out with even scoreline. 

Dino started the second half with more vigor and purpose and they went ahead for the first time in the game Ikechukwu Friday's 63rd minute strike. 

Just when the hosts were already settling for yet another win, Gbagada put their hope in shambles with an 86th minute goal from Rilwan Gbadamosi to end the game in three all. 

The result did not however do more damage to Dino's position on the log as they remain second with 20 points but more points separating them with leaders Beyond Limits. 

President of Dino SC who commended the players for their performance noted that he expected such response from Gbagada describing the result as fair one.

"I want to commend the boys, its a fair result as you know that Gbagada had lost two nil to Dino on Sunday, the return leg was supposed to have been played by Wednesday but moved to Thursday. 

"We also had a game against Giant Brillars from Enugu on Tuesday, so I commend the boys I think a bit of fatigue had set in, not withstanding the boys did well," he said. 

TCC League Preview: Dino SC aims to complete double against Gbagada

The reverse fixture of Matchday 9 in the ongoing TCC League sees Dino SC play host to Gbagada at the Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu-Ode.

In this match, the Blue Eagles will try to bring an end to Dino’s unbeaten run while the host will also target to complete double against their guests.

Since their losses in their first two games in the league, Coach Godwin Gibson’s lads have not looked behind, recording a seven-game unbeaten run since, including a 2-0 win over Coach Akinyelu’s Gbagada.

With four different goalscorers in their last two games, including two clean sheets during that run, Gbagada will have their hands full, yet again.

FORM

Dino: WDWW

Gbagada: WWWL

STAT ATTACK

The last two league meetings between these two sides has seen six goals scored, with Dino scoring five of those goals.

MAN TO WATCH

Elijah Adekunle (Dino)

He has scored a third of Dino’s goals in their last three games. No doubt, he’s one to look out for as Dino seeks to continue their unbeaten run.

Match Report: Dino SC stretches unbeaten run to seven with famous win at Gbagada

Two second half goals from Ikechukwu Friday and Seun Egbewole earned Dino Sporting Club a famous 2-0 away win Gbagada FC in the Matchday 8 of The Creative Championship, TCC League on Sunday.

The encounter played at the Legacy Pitch in Lagos had victory written on it for Gbagada FC but the Samuel Columbus Boys as Dino SC are fondly called proved the doubters wrong with yet another incredible performance.

Both sides marched each other with strengths and tactics in the first half as they couldn't feel the rustling of the nets at both ends. 

Dino held on to thwart all threats posed by their hosts and head into the dug with relief.

The resumption saw a new approach and intent Dino side as they came out smoking and showed more purpose.

The tactics would then paid for Dino as they took the lead in the 56th minutes when Friday finish off a brilliant team build up. 

Just as Gbagada were trying to find a late equalizer following series of attack, Dino got what would the seal the memorable win as Egbewole scored following a swift counter attack.

With the win, Dino have now won six of their last seven games - playing draw in the other one and moved to second on the log, one point behind the leaders, Beyond Limit. 

TCC League Preview: Dino's unbeaten streak faces real threat as they face Gbagada

League leaders Gbagada FC will welcome fellow top three side Dino SC to Lagos for a massive showdown at the top of the TCC log on Sunday.

 

The Blue Eagles secured a narrow win at Valiant last matchweek, while Dino claimed a comfortable win over rivals Atlantic Business in Ijebu Ode on Wednesday.

Both sides met in the TCC league last term. The first leg ended goalless while the last meeting on the final day of last season ending in a 3-1 win for Gbagada, a result that denied the Lions the title. In fact, this game is the biggest of matchweek nine.

 

Both teams are in rich vein of form and that makes this game a blockbuster for the neutrals to see while the top seeds do the battle on the turf on Sunday.

 

FORM

Gbagada: LLWWW

Dino: WWWDW

 

STAT ATTACK

5 – Dino are unbeaten in their past five TCC League games. 

Form:

Hosts, Gbagada leads the TCC_League table with 18 points from 8, while Dino are third with just two points adrift the leaders.

A win in Lagos could take take Dino to the top of the table for the first time this season.

Edet stars as Dino SC spoils business for Atlantic Business

Defense marshal, Timothy Edet was a Trojan for Dino SC on Wednesday as his side returned to winning ways with a 2-0 away win over Atlantic Business in the Matchday 8 of The Creative Championship, TCC League.

Two first half goals from Hyacinth Ogonna and Elijah Adekunle ensured the boys of Coach Gibson Godwin remained third on the log. 

Ogonna gave Dino the lead inside opening minute of the match played at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu-Ode as he finis up a beautiful team build up.

Atlantic tried to grow into the game with some spell of dominance but their hopes were slimmed at the stroke of half an hour when in form Dino attacked, Adekunle Elijah doubled the lead for his side making Dino headed to the dug out with two goal cushion.

The resumption of the game was all about the hosts, Atlantic pulling all the strings to get back into the game but met a rock solid defense led by Edet who controlled Dino's defense and ensure his side recorded a win with a clean sheet.

The victory has however earned Dino SC 16 points from eight games, same points with defending champions, Beyond Limits who have superior goals. 

Dino SC will be traveling to Lagos for their Matchday 9 clash where they will be taking on league leaders, Gbagada FC. 

TCC League: Dino SC go to Atlantic with Business mindset in Matchweek 8

Without a win in their last four, Atlantic come into this one, desperate for one, as they look to distant themselves from the bottom of the table.

Scoring has not been a problem for Atlantic Business. However, with only one clean sheet in their last four, keeping opponents at bay has been a Herculean task. And that’s the Achilles Heel Dino will be looking to exploit.

For Coach Gibson’s side, MatchWeek 7 was the first time in four games they dropped points. After a three-game winning streak, Dino failed to get the better of Valiant.

Since picking their first win of the season against Iganmu, they have not looked back since. They have scored in each of their last five games, They have however failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four, a streak Atlantic Business will be happy to make five.

FORM

Atlantic Business: DDLD

Dino: WWWD

STAT ATTACK

Dino have scored at least two goals in each of their last five games.

MAN TO WATCH

Okoro Hyacinth Ogoona (Dino SC)

On a two-game scoring streak, Ogonna is the lethal scorer to watch out for.

TCC League: Elijah's late strike save Dino blushes against Valiant

 

Adekunle Elijah's 89th minute goal ensured Dino SC avoided their second defeat home as they played out a 2-2 draw against Valiant FC on Sunday. 

The Matchday Seven encounter of the ongoing The Creative Championship, TCC League produced four good goals but without victor between both sides. 

Dino had to come back twice to salvage a home point against a resurging Valiant. 

Samuel Maleek had given Valiant the lead with just two minutes after the half hour mark when converted from the spot. 

Dino tried all they could to even the score before the end of first half but fell short of ideas in their final third. 

But the hosts would soon get their acts right in second stanza as they find the equalizer with six minutes into restart when Henry Azimi latched on to a through ball at the edge of the box.

Celebration for the equalizer didn't last long for the hosts as Valiant regained the lead when Elegalam Sixtus puts Dino's smile into scissors with a curling effort. 

Valiant thought they have secured a famous win on the road but Dino had other plans as they rallied to safe their faces with a stoppage time equalizer. 

They weave some passes together in their opponents' half before Adekunle Elijah finished it with a well taken effort. 

The result however mean Dino will remain third on the log with 13 points from seven league games.

Beyond Limits (16) and Gbagada FC (15) are the only two sides with more than Dino SC.

Dino's next match is a local derby against Atlantic Business FC at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu-Ode on Wednesday while Valiant FC hosts Gbagada FC in Lagos.