In a thrilling match at the Kwara State Stadium Complex Ilorin, SGFC Athletics finally broke their winless streak with a convincing 4-1 win over ABS FC on Friday Afternoon.
The team’s persistence and determination paid off as they dominated the game from start to finish, leaving ABS FC struggling to keep up.
The first half saw Adeshina Akande open the scoring for SGFC Athletics in the 39th minute, followed by Caleb Akpata’s successful penalty kick just four minutes later. This gave SGFC Athletics a comfortable 2-0 lead going into halftime.
ABS FC attempted to mount a comeback in the second half, with David Awolola scoring in the 75th minute to reduce the deficit to 2-1. However, SGFC Athletics were not to be denied their victory. Emmanuel Joseph scored in the 84th minute to extend the lead, and an own goal from Victor Igwe in the 87th minute sealed the win for SGFC Athletics.
The final score of 4-1 was a testament to SGFC Athletics’ superior performance, and the team’s relief at ending their winless streak was palpable. This victory will undoubtedly boost their confidence and momentum as they move forward in the season.
ABS FC, on the other hand, will need to regroup and reassess their strategy after this disappointing loss. Despite their efforts, they were unable to match the intensity and determination of SGFC Athletics.
Overall, the match was an exciting display of skill and teamwork, and SGFC Athletics’ win was well-deserved and SGFC Athletics will build with this momentum against Dohz Sports FA in the next game.
