In a breathtaking display of football prowess, the University for Development Studies (UDS) emerged as the African champions after a commanding 3-0 victory over co-hosts, the University of Lagos (UNILAG), in the FASU Games Finals. The win solidified UDS’s dominance and earned them the honor of representing Africa at the World University Football Tournament in China.
Employing a fluid 4-3-3 formation, UDS dictated the tempo from the outset, maintaining control of the game. The match, held in a packed stadium, saw UDS take charge early on, with most of the play concentrated in UNILAG’s half. Mohammed Asigri, the orchestrator in UDS’s midfield, dazzled with his intelligent play, setting the stage for their first goal in the 20th minute.
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Ezideen, the tournament’s top scorer, found space at the edge of the box after a clever pass from Yirenkyi and fired a powerful shot past the UNILAG goalkeeper, giving UDS a 1-0 lead. The fans erupted, and the goal signaled the beginning of UNILAG’s unraveling.
Ten minutes later, Pascal capitalized on a poorly defended corner kick from Ezideen, slipping through the defense unnoticed to double the lead. UDS entered halftime with a commanding 2-0 advantage, showing no signs of relenting. The second half saw more UDS dominance, with the final blow coming in the 78th minute. Ezideen, timing his run perfectly, added his second goal of the match, sealing the 3-0 victory.
Led by Director of Sports Samuel Kojo Whyte and head coach Mubashir Abdulai, UDS’s tactical brilliance ensured their defense remained unbreakable, while their relentless offense secured the win. The team’s seamless coordination and Asigri’s midfield mastery were key to their success.
With this victory, UDS is now set to proudly represent Africa at the World University Games in China, marking a new chapter in their already impressive football journey. Their tactical discipline and offensive brilliance have firmly positioned UDS as a rising powerhouse in African university football.
