In a highly-anticipated Africa Football League quarter-final match, Enyimba FC faced off against visiting Wydad Casablanca, with the Moroccan giants ultimately emerging victorious with a 1-0 win.
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The match took place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Enyimba FC started the game on the offensive, pressing forward in an attempt to take control. However, their early efforts were met with a resilient and well-organized defense led by Wydad Casablanca, under the guidance of coach Amine Abdulfath.
As the match progressed, Wydad Casablanca found their footing and began to assert themselves in the contest. Ayoub El Amloud came tantalizingly close to breaking the deadlock with a threatening attack, which highlighted the growing confidence of the Red Castles.
The crucial moment of the match came in the 39th minute when Enyimba FC’s goalkeeper, Ojo Olorunleke, was penalized for a foul in the penalty area.
This gave Wydad Casablanca the opportunity to take the lead. Yahya Jabrane confidently stepped up and converted the penalty, putting his team ahead.
With a goal advantage, Wydad Casablanca’s defense remained resolute in the face of Enyimba FC’s efforts to secure an equalizer.
The Nigerian side pushed hard during the second half but was unable to breach their opponent’s defense.
Despite their determined efforts, Enyimba FC could not find the back of the net. Young talent Daniel Daga, a 16-year-old midfielder from the Flying Eagles, came close with a shot that narrowly missed the target.
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Iziogu Chibueze also had an opportunity but blazed the ball over the crossbar in the closing minutes.
To compound their challenges, Enyimba FC saw defender Alalibo Somiari sent off during stoppage time. The match concluded with a final score of Enyimba FC 0-1 Wydad Casablanca.
Enyimba FC now faces a formidable task in the return leg, which will be held in Morocco in the coming days.
They must secure a victory to progress in the Africa Football League or their journey in this prestigious competition will come to an early end.
