Kwara United defender, Musa Abdulafeez, put in man of the match performance in ValueJet Cup opener, earning the prestigious Man of the Match (MOTM) award.
Remo Stars and Kwara United Battle to a Hard-Fought Draw
The tournament’s opening clash between Remo Stars and Kwara United end in a thrilling 1-1 draw at the Ikenne Stadium in Kogi state.
The encounter saw The Afonja Warriors take an early lead in the first half, with Ikenna Offor’s 42nd-minute goal, thanks to an excellent cross from the skillful Musa Abdulafeez on the right flank.
The Sky Blue Stars fought back determinedly in the second half, and within 12 minutes, Alimi Sikiru managed to level the score with a cool strike inside the penalty area, securing a 1-1 draw for his team.
Musa Abdulafeez’s outstanding performance in the match caught the attention fans and the tournament organisers.
His precise deliveries and solid defending proved vital for Kwara United, making him the clear choice for the Man of the Match award.
His brilliance earned him a prize money of N100,000 from Optimus Bank.
The first game of the ValueJet Cup lived up to its expectations, providing an exciting and suspense with both teams sharing the points, the tournament’s Group A promises to deliver more thrilling matches.
Next up in the ValueJet Cup is a clash between Heartland FC and Sporting Lagos.
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