NNL chairman hails clubs' impressive run in President Federation Cup

Source: The Guardian

The Nigerian National League (NNL) clubs have recorded another breathtaking results in the round of 16 of the President Federation Cup with Sokoto United, Inter Lagos, EFCC, Kebbi United and El-Kanemi Warriors securing their qualification to the quarterfinals of the ongoing competition. More remarkable was the shocking result by Sokoto United, who turned back heavyweights...

The Nigerian National League (NNL) clubs have recorded another breathtaking results in the round of 16 of the President Federation Cup with Sokoto United, Inter Lagos, EFCC, Kebbi United and El-Kanemi Warriors securing their qualification to the quarterfinals of the ongoing competition.

More remarkable was the shocking result by Sokoto United, who turned back heavyweights Enyimba of Aba with a 1-0 scoreline.

In other games, 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 scores 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 this 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 quarterfinal parings, EFCC FC will tackle Kebbi United, while Abia Warriors will face Sokoto United, just as El-Kanemi Warriors will engage Inter Lagos and Sunshine Stars face Kano Pillars.