MatchDay One of the Cool Hopefuls Cup preseason/scouting tournament delivered an exhilarating start, with a total of 15 goals scored across multiple fixtures. Emmanuel Nweke of B. E Arena FC and Shile Lawal of FC Ebedei stole the spotlight, each netting a hat-trick for their respective teams.
The tournament, sponsored by Ebedei Sports College, kicked off at the FC Ebedei Stadium in Apele-Sagamu. The opening match saw FC Ebedei JNRS captain Kenedy John make history by scoring the first and winning goal of the tournament from the penalty spot in the 38th minute against Elebuibon Boyz.
Another gripping encounter featured The Lord's Favour FA and Wonderxchange FC in a 2-2 draw. After a goalless first half, the match came alive in the second period. Rafael Favour put The Lord's Favour FA ahead in the 50th minute, and Emeka Eyeribe doubled the lead four minutes later.
Wonderxchange FC responded after an own goal by The Lord’s Favour FA defense in the 67th minute. As the game approached full-time, Mighty Aderibigbe struck to equalize, ensuring both teams shared the points in a thrilling contest.
B. E Arena FC showcased an exceptional display, crushing SDK FC 5-0. Emmanuel Nweke dominated the first half, scoring in the 10th, 13th, and 26th minutes to complete a swift hat-trick. In the second half, Nnadozie Kosisochukwu netted twice, sealing a commanding victory for B. E Arena FC.
The final fixture of the day featured another goal-laden match, where FC Ebedei triumphed over AAYK FC. Shile Lawal broke the deadlock after missing a couple of early chances, doubling his team's lead by the 19th minute. AAYK FC adjusted their strategy and pulled one back through Emmanuel Olawale, who capitalized on a defensive lapse.
The second half saw FC Ebedei extend their lead when Fanen Tekula won a penalty after being fouled inside the box in the 65th minute. Miracle Osekene converted from the spot, making it three for FC Ebedei.
With six minutes remaining, Shile Lawal capped off a brilliant performance by completing his hat-trick, securing FC Ebedei’s emphatic win. His clinical finishing highlighted a dominant display by his team.
The tournament continues on Tuesday at the FC Ebedei Stadium, with four exciting fixtures lined up. Two matches will be played simultaneously in the morning and another two in the evening, promising more thrilling action.
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