Matchday 6 of the 1XCup was a feast of football brilliance, featuring 21 goals, standout individual displays, dramatic late winners, and costly red cards. From tight tactical battles to high-scoring thrillers, every match served up unforgettable moments.
The action kicked off with a tense clash between Young Strikers FC and Fortune FC, a game that remained goalless until the final moments. With the tie looking destined for a draw, Ogudu Favour stepped up in the 51st minute to snatch all three points for Young Strikers. It was a gritty, hard-fought win and a reminder that in the 1XCup, anything can happen until the final whistle.
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Young Strikers FC 1-0 Fortune FC
Goal Scorer:
- Ogudu Favor (51st min – Young Strikers FC)
Caution: - Moses Odunade (15th min—Fortune FC)
The match may have had only one goal, but it set the tone for a day packed with attacking firepower.
The second game between ECAS FC and EDUNZ FC turned into a goal fest. Ukpe Chukwudi etched his name into 1XCup folklore by scoring the tournament’s first double brace—four goals in a single match. He was unstoppable, finding the back of the net in the 2nd, 6th, 30th, and 51st minutes. Sunday Emeka also added his name to the scoresheet to complete a dominant 5-2 win.
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ECAS FC 5-2 EDUNZ FC
Goalscorers (ECAS FC):
- Ukpe Chukwudi (2nd, 6th, 30th, 51st min)
- Sunday Emeka (16th min)
Goalscorers (EDUNZ FC):
- Muri Olorunlomoshe (20th min)
- Oluwasegun Idowu (45th min)
Cautions (EDUNZ FC):
- Oluwasegun Idowu (26th min)
- Daniel Omisore (33rd min)
- Augustine David (56th min)
Chukwudi’s historic four-goal performance announced him as a serious contender for the tournament’s Golden Boot.
In match three, Great Olympics FC faced Africano FC in what turned out to be a one-sided affair. Although Onwuka Henry gave Great Olympics an early lead with a well-taken header in the 16th minute, things quickly unraveled after their goalkeeper, Ashon Victor, was shown a red card for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity.
Africano FC capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Odido Peter netting four goals and Damilola Mathew adding another. It was a clinical and merciless display.
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Great Olympics FC 1-5 Africano FC
Goal Scorer (Great Olympics):
- Onwuka Henry (16th min)
Goal Scorers (Africano FC):
- Odido Peter (21st, 28th, 33rd, 56th min)
- Damilola Mathew (52nd min)
Red Card:
- Ashon Victor (29th min – Great Olympics FC)
Caution:
- Okafor Gig (55th min – Great Olympics FC)
The sending-off proved pivotal, as Africano FC punished every mistake with ruthless precision.
The final fixture saw ISAGT Athletic FC put on a footballing clinic against Delites FC, cruising to a 6-1 victory. A mix of goals from open play and an unfortunate own goal by Kelvin Ebohon widened the gap. Salami Jeremiah starred with a brace, while Pepple Lucky and Ibrahim Matiti added their names to the scoresheet.
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Match 4: Delites FC 1-6 ISAGT Athletic FC
Goalscorers (ISAGT):
- Tanimowo Olanrewaju (7th min)
- Kelvin Ebohon (28th min – own goal)
- Salami Jeremiah (29th, 35th min)
- Pepple Lucky (53rd min)
- Ibrahim Matiti (57th min)
Goal Scorer (Delites FC):
- Emeka Daniel (49th min)
Cautions (Delites FC):
- Emmanuel Joel (51st min)
- Ridwan Olaleye (59th min)
With their dominant win, ISAGT Athletic FC cemented their status as one of the top attacking sides of the tournament.
A Matchday to Remember
In total, 21 goals were scored on Matchday 6, bringing the tournament tally to 78 goals across six matchdays. With standout performances, dramatic moments, and individual brilliance, the 1XCup continues to offer excitement at every turn.
Matchday 7 Fixtures (Tuesday)
- Power of the Cross FC vs Eager Star FC
- DE Real Victorious FC vs Utility Sport FC
- Unification FC vs An’s Barracks Elite Star
- Auaten Plus FA vs Soccer Cardinals
Stay tuned as the 1XCup returns next Tuesday with more explosive football action.
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