The first round of the 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) continued on Wednesday at Filin Sukuwa, Sani Abacha Bye Pass, Birnin Kebbi, with four thrilling encounters.
Ibom BSC Stages Comeback to Edge Nmanko Patigi BSC
Ibom BSC fought back from a deficit to claim a 4-3 victory over Nmanko Patigi BSC in the opening match of the day. Uwana Aniete starred with a hat-trick, while Efiong Eyo also found the net. Despite goals from Agemo Samuel (2) and Ogunlana Seun, Nmanko Patigi suffered their second consecutive loss.
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Kada BSC Maintains Perfect Run
Kada BSC overcame an early setback to defeat Jigawa Golden Star BSC 2-1 in a tightly contested game. Yusuf Kamilu put Jigawa ahead, but a penalty converted by Hammed Oladele and a strike from Tanko Emmanuel ensured Kada BSC’s third consecutive win.
Kebbi United Runs Riot Against Niger BSC
The evening fixtures saw Kebbi United overpower Niger BSC with a resounding 7-0 victory. Isyaku Atiku netted a hat-trick, while Usman Dawu, Abdullahi Aliyu, and Abba Aliyu contributed to the emphatic win.
Kebbi Fishers Continue Title Defense with Win Over Nmanko Patigi
Defending champions, Kebbi Fishers BSC, cruised to a 4-0 win against Nmanko Patigi BSC, condemning them to their third straight defeat. Goals from Hassan Abdullahi, Hamza Manga, Jibrin Yahya, and Taiwo Adams sealed a dominant performance.
Post-Match Reactions
“I feel great winning the man of the match. I never expected to score this many goals, but God made it possible. There’s still more to come,” – Uwana Aniete, Ibom BSC.
“The foul was unfortunate and cost us the game, but we thank God for everything,” – Peter Dogara, Jigawa BSC.