Kogbagidi FC have been crowned champions of the Goodnews Cup 2025 after defeating Adwaaik SC in a tense penalty shootout at the Akinola Field in Lagos.
The fiercely contested final ended 2-2 in regulation time, forcing both sides into a dramatic shootout. Kogbagidi FC triumphed 3-1, thanks largely to the heroics of their goalkeeper, Fawaz.
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Fawaz produced three remarkable saves to seal the victory.
An elated Fawaz described the moment as a dream come true for him and his teammates. “We worked tirelessly for this moment, and I’m grateful it ended in our favour,” he said, after the match still revelling in the excitement of the win.
Fans were equally thrilled, with aome.of the supporters describing Fawaz’s performance as “outstanding” and the “turning point” of the match.
Kogbagidi FC’s triumph signals a major milestone for the club, further establishing their growing reputation in Nigerian grassroots football.
While their next assignment is yet to be announced, supporters are eagerly anticipating the team’s future engagements.
The 2025 edition of the Goodnews Cup concluded on a high note, leaving fans with unforgettable memories of a final that lived up to its billing.
