Another impressive result was recorded by the NNL Clubs in the Round of 16 after Sokoto United, Inter Lagos, EFCC, Kebbi United and El-Kanemi Warriors secured their qualification to the quarter-final of the ongoing President Federation Cup.
More remarkable was the shocking result by Sokoto United who turned back heavyweights Enyimba of Aba with a 1-0 scoreline.
In another outcome, El-Kanemi Warriors also stopped Shooting Stars of Ibadan with a similar result while Bendel Insurance slayers Wikki Tourists were eased out by fellow NNL club EFCC with a lone result.
It took a penalty shootout for Inter Lagos to be separated from Ikorodu City 4-5 after the score ended 1-1 after regulation time.
This impressive show by these clubs attracted the attention of the NNL Chairman George Aluo who described their performances in the Round of 16 as solid.
“This is a solid performance from our clubs! This has shown the quality of the NNL this season and we are proud of these satisfying results.
With this quality show, I am confident that our clubs can go all the way to the final and win this title” he said.
In the quarter-final pairings, EFCC FC will tackle Kebbi United while Abia Warriors will face Sokoto United.
El-Kanemi Warriors will engage Inter Lagos and Sunshine Stars will face Kano Pillars.
Quarter-Final Pairings
EFCC FC (FCT) Vs Kebbi United (Kebbi)
El-Kanemi Warriors (Borno) Vs Inter Lagos (Lagos)
Abia Warriors (Abia) Vs Sokoto United (Sokoto)
Sunshine Stars (Ondo) Vs Kano Pillars (Kano)
