Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup: FC Nwosu advance, as highly fancied FC Udeze kiss the canvass

 

The Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup quarter-finals delivered a Tuesday of exhilarating football action, leaving fans on the edge of their seats with unforgettable moments. 

Let's recap the thrilling encounters that unfolded:

FC Agbai 4-1 FC Ipaye 

FC Agbai pulled off a remarkable upset against FC Ipaye, securing their spot in the semi-finals.

In a nail-biting game at Legacy Pitch, Onojah Godwin and ThankGod Essein scored two goals each for FC Agbai while Gabriel Adewara registered what turned out to be a consolation for the losing team.

FC Udeze 1-1 FC Ekpo AP (7-8)

FC Udeze and FC Ekpo dished out a classic encounter, producing a thriller that ended 1-1 at the end of 90 minutes. into penalties. 

Friday Ekpo's boys did well to win 8-7 on penalties to seal their place in the semi-finals.

FC Agali 2-2 FC Obafemi AP (4-3)

In a captivating clash, FC Agali showcased their resilience and determination, scoring thanks to Aliu Hassan and Adetona Lekan. Onuoha Kingsley and substitute Obinna Romans were on target for FC Obafemi. 

FC Agali's never-say-die attitude propelled them into the semi-finals in dramatic fashion. They won 4-3 on penalties.

FC Nwosu 1-0 FC Ugbade 

Henry Nwosu's wards continued their impressive run, defeating highly rated FC Ugbade  1-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena. Kingsley Chibueze proved to be the hero for FC Nwosu, as his 28th minute goal paved the way for their journey to the semi-finals.

Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup Cup Semi-Finals:

The stage is set for the semi-finals, with four elite teams ready to battle it out at Legacy Pitch on Friday 28th June.

Below are the fixtures:

FC Agali Vs FC Ekpo 

9am

FC Agbai Vs FC Nwosu

11am

Football fans can expect nothing short of pure excitement and anticipation as these titans clash in pursuit of Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup glory.

The Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup, an initiative of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) is proudly supported by leading gaming company, Bet9ja. 

Other partners are Owu, a foremost sportswear company in Nigeria, Brila FM, Mavlon FC, Mr. Olusola Akinlade, Liigi League, Olafiranye Sports Foundation and Mr. Mahmud Dawodu.

Ex Internationals Cup: FC Udeze humbles FC Okpara as Ikpeba boys, FC Ipaye share spoils

 

It was another day of exciting matches, impressive performances and positive outings at the on Ex Internationals Cup organized by the Lagos State Football Association, LSFA. 

Four games were decided on Wednesday at various centres with FC Udeze recording the biggest win over FC Okpara. 

Here is the wrap for the Matchday:

FC Udeze 4-1 FC Okpara 

Stephen Okpeche, Rashidi Anifowoshe and Olakunle Irinyemi were among the scorers as FC Udeze took a huge step towards the Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup quarter-finals courtesy of a blistering 4-1 win over 10-man FC Okpara in their last-16 first leg.

FC Udeze drew the first blood through Okpeche's delicious free kick. 

FC Okpara were awarded a penalty kick on 10 minutes. Johnson Adeaga rarely lets such go unpunished, and he delivered the goods to level matters. 

The homers looked the much more likely to score, though, and they did so again shortly before the break. Anifowoshe drove home a world class free kick to find the back of the net.

The Godwin Okpara managed team were no doubt relieved to get a breather at half-time. But things was made complicated for the former PSG man's wards, when Oriyomi Adesegun was given the marching orders in the 55th minute.

Former PAOK and Super Eagles overlapping left back, Ifeanyi Udeze kept on urging his wards to go for more like Oliver Twist. They broke in thrilling fashion from another set-piece to leave the away side shell-shocked once again. Olakunle sent home in excellent fashion.

Okpeche got his brace eight minutes after the hour mark.

The frenetic pace dropped a bit thereafter, with FC Okpara limiting the damage, and only a freak result in the return leg can now prevent Udeze's side from reaching the last eight.

FC Nwosu 1-1 FC Amoo

FC Nwosu and FC Amoo drew 1-1, after strikes by Friday Jatau and Samson Akinyoola. Jatau put FC Amoo ahead with a chip into the top corner in the first half and Zamalek star Akinyoola equalized for the hosts with a one-time  strike from a goal mouth scramble.

FC Ikpeba 1-1 FC Ipaye 

FC Ipaye withstood waves of FC Ikpeba attacks to claim a 1-1 draw.

Ayodele Isiah powered FC Ikpeba ahead from the penalty spot.

But Ipaye dominated the second half and scored a deserved equaliser through Biokpo MacLean's volley.

FC Ugbade 1-0 FC Dominic

Simon Cletus scored a 15th minute penalty to earn hosts FC Ugbade a 1-0 victory over FC Dominic.

Cletus converted his spot-kick after defender Osha Wasiu handled the ball in the box. 

Disciplined FC Ugbade stifled the visiting side's attacks and FC Dominic were toothless throughout the match.

The Nigeria Ex Internationals Cup, is proudly supported by leading gaming company, Bet9ja. 

Other partners are Owu, a foremost sportswear company in Nigeria, Brila FM, Mavlon FC, Mr. Olusola Akinlade, Liigi League, Olafiranye Sports Foundation and Mr. Mahmud Dawo

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