The much-anticipated 2024 Governor Douye Diri Preseason Football Tournament is set to kick off with exciting fixtures following the draws held on Monday, August 12, 2024, in Bayelsa State. Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin has been placed in Group B, where they will face off against Crusaders Feeders in the opening match. The clash is scheduled for 8:30 AM at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.
The Benin Arsenals, will be tested against a competitive lineup in Group B, which also includes Rivers United and Kwara United. Their participation in this preseason tournament offers a significant opportunity for the team to evaluate their preparations ahead of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier League season, which is set to commence on August 31, 2024.
The tournament’s opening match, featuring Bendel Insurance against Crusaders Feeders, promises to be a captivating start. The group stages will continue with a highly anticipated encounter between Bendel Insurance and Rivers United, scheduled for 4:30 PM on Wednesday. This match will follow a rest day on Tuesday, adding an extra layer of anticipation and excitement for fans and players alike. Bendel Insurance's final group stage game will see them face Kwara United on Friday.
In a statement made following the draw ceremony, held at Ididie Hotel in Yenagoa, Bendel Insurance Secretary Ihimekpen Charles expressed the team's enthusiasm for the tournament. Charles emphasized that the preseason event provides a valuable platform for the team to assess their new lineup and fine-tune their strategy before the start of the new league season. "We are happy to be here to continue with our preparation for the new season and I want to commend the organizers," Charles remarked.
The tournament features two groups:
Group A
- Bayelsa United
- Akwa United
- Abia Warriors
- Sunshine Stars
Group B
- Crusaders Feeders FC
- Rivers United
- Kwara United
- Bendel Insurance
As the tournament unfolds, fans can look forward to a series of intense and high-stakes matches, setting the stage for an exciting football season ahead.
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