A wave of elation swept through Beyond Limits Football Academy as they claimed the title by defeating Dino SC in the 2024 Lagos Supremacy Cup.
The 19th edition of the tournament concluded at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Saturday morning.
Following a gripping penalty shootout, Beyond Limits emerged as champions. Goalkeeper Daniel Aiyenugba made a crucial save against Pascal Okoli’s attempt, with the match finishing 1-1 and Beyond Limits winning 5-4 on penalties.
With a storied rivalry between them, the 2023 champions Dino SC and Beyond Limits Football Academy were eager to secure the latest bragging rights, providing fans with an exhilarating match.
Daniel, son of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba, made a remarkable save, diving full stretch to deny Hassan Agbede’s penalty kick just six minutes into the game.
Beyond Limits increased their intensity and created two significant opportunities to take the lead. Abass Olasunkanmi narrowly missed an easy chance, while Isaac Chukwudi hit the post.
The match was a thrilling back-and-forth contest. Dino SC’s Ikechukwu Friday unleashed a long-range shot that left Aiyenugba vulnerable, but defender Rawa Muhammed executed a vital goal-line clearance.
The opening goal was inevitable in this captivating encounter. In the 27th minute, Daniel Arierhi found himself in the right position to score for the reigning Viareggio Cup champions.
As the teams headed into halftime, Beyond Limits Football Academy held a 1-0 lead, setting the stage for an intense second half as Dino SC sought to mount a comeback.
Their determination was ultimately rewarded when Ikechukwu Friday equalized for his team with a well-executed penalty kick.
Both teams pressed forward in search of a decisive goal, but it was the tense penalty shootout that would determine the champions of the 2024 Lagos Supremacy Cup.
Beyond Limits triumphed, relying on the outstanding performance of Daniel Aiyenugba to secure a 5-4 victory in the penalty shootout.
In the third-place match, the Charlesann team rose to the occasion against 36 Lion.
Just two minutes into the game, they struck first with a dangerous attack, resulting in a goal from Ajofoba Olashile.
The Lion club regrouped and sought to regain control, with Samson Akinyoola, a familiar name in the tournament, scoring his fourth goal thanks to a precise assist from Cisse Mamady.
A penalty awarded to Charlesann was successfully converted by Sunday Jones, who outsmarted goalkeeper Samuel Oriola.
Akinyoola inspired his teammates and took a shot that was deflected into the path of Isah Mohammed, who capitalized on the opportunity.
Israel Archibong nearly secured a late winner with a powerful shot, but his effort struck the crossbar.
In the end, Charlesann emerged victorious in the shootout, winning 5-4.
