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Sporting Lagos Football Academy wallops FC Tokyo to win 2024 Gothia Cup in Sweden


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Nigerian-based outfit Sporting Lagos Football Academy whitewashed FC Tokyo 4-0 to emerge champions of the Gothia Cup in the B17E category.

The game, played in front of approximately 9,000 spectators at the Gamia Ullevi, Sweden, was a really entertaining encounter.

The champions had narrowly defeated another Nigerian side Beyond Limits Football Academy 5-4 in the semi-finals.

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Sporting Lagos began the match with a strong performance. In the ninth minute, Yusuf Abdullahi broke the deadlock, skillfully slotting a shot beyond the Japanese goalkeeperā€™s reach.

Ten minutes later, the Nigerians doubled their lead when Babatunde Akomolede launched a powerful strike from outside the penalty area. The youngster sent the ball into the top right corner of the net.

Sporting Lagos Football Academy player ‘Tunde Akomolede scored once and assisted four goals during the competition. He was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament for the Gothia Cup B17E category. (Image: Sporting Lagos Football Academy on X)

Speaking about his goal, Akomolede said, “I just tried to use the opportunity I had, and it turned out I used it well.

“I don’t know how to describe the joy I am feeling right now. I don’t know what to say; it is just too much.”

In the second half, Sporting Lagos remained creative in their attack and defended resiliently. In the 55th minute, they scored their third goal when Lucky John pounced on a rebound and tapped in. Sporting Lagos added another goal later, sealing the final score at 4-0.

In total, Sporting Lagos Football Academy played seven games and lost none during the Gothia Cup. The side recorded six clean sheets while netting 15 goals. Their strong defensive structure ensured they only let in four goals.

The win means they are the champions of the B17E category in their debut at the tournament.


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