DUFIL 1 – 0 PZ CUSSONS
Defending champions DUFIL PRIMA took on PZ Cussons in a replay of last year’s opening match. Both teams have a good understanding of each other’s weaknesses and strengths and it showed in the ensuing exchanges. PZ Cussons opted to neutralize Dufil’s offensive play by ceding possession to them and trying to catch them on the break. With several changes made to the PZ team, players like Tayo Ogunji starting whilst Emmanuel Shoyemi was relegated to the bench, PZ were able to curtail Dufil and limit them to shots from outside the box.
PZ were able to create several chances on the break, but failed to make anyone of them count as their finishing left much to be desired. The first half finished goalless and this necessitated Dufil to up the ante in the second half. They were able to peg PZ Cussons in their own half, but all their efforts met a brick wall in the defence marshalled by Bright and Peter Okwayon. Dufil however started creating chances but kept wasting it.
Just when it looked like the game was headed for a draw, Dufil won a penalty. Captain and goalkeeper of Dufil, Tosin Oyewole stepped forward to put past goalkeeper Olusegun Abubakar.
MVP: BRIGHT OKWAYON (PZ CUSSONS)
Fela is the Co-founder of MediaVision Limited .
