By Silvernews
Football fans were treated to a thrilling FA Cup final at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, where Heartland FC secured a 2-0 victory over OISA FA to lift this year’s Federation Cup trophy.
Among the enthusiastic spectators watching Suraju Lawal score both goals for Heartland was Mr. Patrick Osuji, CEO of Campos FC Owerri and sponsor of the 2023 FA Cup final. Osuji praised the high quality of play displayed by both teams. He almost missed the game due to difficulties in securing a flight to Owerri but expressed relief at finally making it to the stadium after two days of uncertainty.
Reflecting on his decision to sponsor this year’s final, Osuji revealed that his commitment to football sponsorship is driven by a personal covenant with God. “I promised that any day I make money, I will contribute to football development in the state,” he said. He explained that Campos FC’s struggles in securing sponsorship for their participation in the competition were one of the reasons he decided to invest in football. His financial capacity to do so improved after one of his players, Uche Christantus, was transferred to Getafe in Spain last year.
Speaking on his own team’s performance, Osuji admitted that Campos FC was not fully prepared for this year’s competition due to various team engagements. However, after his team was eliminated, he confidently predicted that Heartland FC and OISA FA would reach the final based on their impressive performances.
With Heartland emerging victorious, the final was a testament to the growing competitiveness of football in the state, reinforcing the need for continued investment and support from stakeholders like Osuji.
