Diamond FC Lifts Ozalla Muoghalu Super Cup

Diamond FC of Ichida in Anaocha Local Government Are of Anambra State has emerged the winners of the Ozalla Muoghalu Super Cup competition after overcoming their opponents, Solid Foundation FC in the final match decided last weekend.

The final match of the grassroots competition was decided via penalty shootout with Diamond FC carrying the day 7-6.

Indeed, it was an interesting game as both teams actually displayed arising to the admiration of soccer fans. However, the teams were unable to find the next within regulation and extra time.

With the victory, Diamond FC carted home the coveted giant gold trophy and cash prize.

Moments after the game, the visibly elated sponsor of the tournament, High Chief Lord Mike Ezedimora, who donated the trophy in honour of his father, Chief Raphael Ezedimora, expressed satisfaction with the standard exhibited by the two finalists. He said that they have a brighter chance to hit it big in soccer if they imbibe discipline as the watch word.

The amiable Ezedimora also assured of his continuous commitment in sponsoring grassroots football competition in Ichida with the view of fostering unity and expose hidden talents in the area. Also speaking, His Royal Magesty, Igwe C. N. Ezeudogu commended the two teams, Diamond and Solid Foundation FCs for giving a good account of themselves irrespective of the final score-line.

Igwe Ezeudogu took out time to shower praises on High Chief Ezedimora for his philanthropic gesture in donating the soccer cup to be competed for among youths in Ichida town. He described the move as something worthy of emulation.

Contributing, Reverend Father Francis Michael Enyesobi also expressed that he was impressed with the active participation of youths in sports as that will go a long way in helping them develop their God-given talents.

Diamond FC had defeated Eko Bombers 4-1 via penalty shoot out in the first semi finals while Solid Foundation was 2-0 better of than United Friends FC in the second semi final game.