In a dramatic final at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, Beyond Limits overcame Dino Sporting Club to win the Lagos Supremacy Cup on Saturday.
Despite Dino remaining unbeaten in regulation time, Beyond Limits triumphed 6-5 in a tense penalty shootout after the match ended 1-1.
The clash reignited the fierce rivalry between the two sides, who showcased their quality and determination throughout the tournament.
Dino Sporting Club had a chance to take an early lead in the sixth minute when Hassan Agbede stepped up for a penalty.
However, Beyond Limits goalkeeper Daniel Aiyenugba produced a crucial save to deny him.
The defending champions nearly broke the deadlock again in the 23rd minute, but Ilechukwu Friday’s effort was cleared off the line by Rawa Muhammed.
Against the run of play, Beyond Limits took the lead in the 27th minute through Daniel Arierhi, who capitalized on a defensive lapse to score with a tame shot.
Dino equalized in the 39th minute after Zakari Haruna was penalized for a handball in the box. Friday confidently converted the penalty, restoring parity.
Both sides pushed for a winner in the second half but failed to capitalize on their chances, resulting in a penalty shootout.
In the decisive shootout, Aiyenugba emerged as the hero, saving Pascal Okoli’s penalty. Meliga Promise then sealed the victory for Beyond Limits, sending Dino’s goalkeeper the wrong way with a composed final spot kick.
While Dino Sporting Club maintained their unbeaten record in regulation time, it was Beyond Limits who claimed the coveted title, ending the tournament on a high note with a well-earned victory.
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