Austenplus FC Triumphs With Late Goals Against Eagle Star FC

In a thrilling encounter at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne Ogun State on 4th February 2025, AustenPlus Football Club secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Eagle Star FC in a league home match. The match kicked off at 12:00 pm and saw AustenPlus rally from behind to clinch all three points in dramatic fashion.

AustenPlus lined up in a 4-1-2-3 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for fluid attacking transitions. Akanbi Abdullateef donned the gloves as the goalkeeper, shielded by a back four comprising David Oluwasegun on the right, Darlington Ighedosa and Daniel Michael in central defence, and Ayorinde Tope on the left. Ifetomilade Azeez operated as the lone central midfielder, tasked with linking play and providing support to the attack. The front three featured Samuel Odunayo and Anayo-Israel David as right and left attacking midfielders respectively, with Ebuka Daniel leading the line as the striker, flanked by Godwin Chisom on the right forward position and Olumide Owolabi on the left forward role.

The substitutes for AustenPlus included Felix Isaac, Damisa Osaitin, Yusuf Ibrahim, Akpan David, Ebirien Ijonama, and Owolabi Oluwaseun, who would later play pivotal roles in the match.

The first half saw Eagle Star FC take the lead in the 32nd minute with a stunning goal from outside the area, leaving the AustenPlus defence stunned. Despite the setback, AustenPlus continued to press for an equaliser but were unable to break through before the half-time whistle blew.

As the second half commenced, AustenPlus made a flurry of tactical substitutions in the 49th minute, bringing on Damisa Osaitin, Yusuf Ibrahim, Akpan David, Ebirien Ijonama, and Owolabi Oluwaseun, with Ebuka Daniel, Samuel Odunayo, Anayo-Israel David, Ifetomilade Azeez, and Godwin Chisom making way. This strategic reshuffle aimed to inject fresh energy into the team and turn the tide in their favour.

The breakthrough finally arrived in the 72nd minute when Yusuf Ibrahim found the back of the net, scoring from inside the box after a clever flick assist from Damisa Osaitin. The stadium erupted as AustenPlus levelled the score, igniting hopes of a comeback.

With momentum firmly on their side, AustenPlus continued to press forward, and their efforts were rewarded in the dying moments of the match. In the 89th minute, Damisa Osaitin scored the winning goal, expertly converting a long pass from Yusuf Ibrahim following a well-executed team move. The crowd erupted in jubilation as AustenPlus took a 2-1 lead, sealing a remarkable turnaround.

The referee, NYLC, ensured the match flowed smoothly, allowing both teams to showcase their talents. Yusuf Ibrahim's standout performance earned him the accolade of Player of the Match, reflecting his crucial contributions in both goals.

In the end, AustenPlus Football Club emerged victorious, demonstrating resilience and tactical acumen to secure a vital three points in their league campaign.