Defending champions Kwara United triumphed 5-4 on penalties over Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, following a 1-1 draw in regulation time, to claim the 2025 Kwara FA President Federation Cup.<\/p>\n
The match, held at the Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl in the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin, saw ABS FC take the lead in the 21st minute.<\/p>\n
A defensive lapse by Kwara United allowed Boluwatife Ajina to score, putting the Saraki Boys ahead.<\/p>\n
ABS FC dominated much of the game, with Kwara United finding it difficult to breach their defence.<\/p>\n
In the second half, Coach Tunde Sanni made tactical changes, introducing Ismaila Gatta, Shola AbdulRaheem, and Junior Aimufua for Wasiu Jimoh, Issa Gatta, and Akanni Akeem.<\/p>\n
The substitutions paid off, as Kwara United increased pressure and were rewarded in the 80th minute when Kabiru Mohammed was fouled in the box, earning a penalty.<\/p>\n
Ismaila Gatta stepped up and converted the spot-kick confidently, levelling the scores at 1-1.<\/p>\n
With the game tied at 1-1, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout.<\/p>\n
The decisive moment came when the ABS goalkeeper missed a sudden-death penalty, allowing Kabiru Mohammed to seal the win with the final kick.<\/p>\n
Sanni, in his post-match remarks, expressed satisfaction with the team\u2019s performance, calling the win a morale booster ahead of their next NPFL fixture against Abia Warriors on Wednesday.<\/p>\n
Moje Queens defeated Kwara Ladies United 4-3 on penalties in the women\u2019s final after a 2-2 draw in regulation time.<\/p>\n
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