Akure North United Crowned Champions Of Maiden Edition Of Ondo State Club Owners Association Pre-Season Cup
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By Sedara Philip
Akure North United have been crowned champions of the maiden edition of the Ondo State Club Owners Association Pre-Season Cup, capping off an exciting and competitive tournament that showcased emerging football talents across the state.
The highly anticipated grand finale lived up to expectations, delivering a tense and closely contested encounter. Both sides battled fiercely throughout regulation time but were unable to find the decisive breakthrough, as the match ended in a stalemate at full-time.
With no winner determined after regulation time, the title was eventually decided by a toss of coin, with Akure North United emerging victorious in dramatic fashion to etch their name in history as the first-ever champions of the competition.
Earlier in the day, Agbana Wonderful Football Academy secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Ipole City to claim third place. Their dominant display highlighted their attacking prowess and resilience, as they bounced back strongly to finish the tournament on a high note.
Speaking at the grand finale, the Chairman of the Ondo State Club Owners Association expressed satisfaction with the success of the tournament, describing it as a major step forward for grassroots football development in the state.
He commended all participating teams for their sportsmanship, discipline, and high level of competition, noting that the tournament has provided a valuable platform for young players to showcase their talents.
He further emphasized the association’s commitment to sustaining and improving the competition in subsequent editions, adding that the maiden tournament has laid a solid foundation for future growth and greater opportunities for clubs within the state.
Reacting to the triumph, Akure North United’s head coach, Coach Stephen, praised his players for their determination and resilience throughout the competition. He acknowledged that the final was a tough contest but expressed pride in his team’s composure under pressure.
According to him, the victory is a reward for the team’s hard work, discipline, and consistency from the group stage to the final. He also highlighted the importance of the tournament in preparing the team for upcoming competitive engagements, stating that the experience gained will be invaluable moving forward.
Coach Stephen further assured supporters that the team will continue to build on this success, striving for even greater achievements in future competitions.
The maiden edition of the Ondo State Club Owners Association Pre-Season Cup ultimately delivered excitement, drama, and quality football, setting a promising precedent for what is expected to become a key fixture in the state’s football calendar.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
