By Silvernews
Campos Football Club of Owerri B Team began their Federation Cup campaign on a winning note with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Captain Marvel FC at the Oisa Stadium, Ugoala, in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area of Imo State.
The encounter, played under a tense atmosphere, saw Campos take an early lead in the 9th minute through Ikey Mmesioma, who finished calmly to put his side ahead.
Campos doubled their advantage in the 51st minute when Okoro Progress struck from a swift counter-attack shortly after the restart, giving his team a comfortable cushion.
Captain Marvel FC pulled one back in the 86th minute as Mmesioma Okereke converted from the penalty spot to set up a nervy finish, but Campos FC held firm to secure the win.
In the second match played at the same venue, Kun kalifa B Team recorded a convincing 3–0 victory over Evermore FC.
Matches in the competition are set to continue at the Township Stadium, Owerri, as Markam battles C&C Academy in the first game by 1pm, while Umuakuma takes on Harks FC for progression in the prestigious tournament by 3pm.
Meanwhile, the opening game was broadcast live to a global audience by Silver News Communication, as part of its commitment to promoting grassroots football and supporting the growth of the sport in Imo State and Nigeria at large.
