Austenplus FC Triumphs In Thrilling Encounter Against GPM FA

AustenPlus Football Club secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over GPM Football Academy in a friendly match held at Agidingbi Grammar School on 26 September 2024. The match kicked off at 3:00 pm, showcasing an exciting display of football from both sides.

AustenPlus lined up in a 4-1-2-3 formation, which allowed for a solid defensive structure while providing ample support for their attacking players. Ruke Komon took his place in goal, with David Oluwasegun and Emmanuel Peter occupying the right and left defensive flanks respectively. The central defence was marshalled by Gafar Ademola and Olaitan Jimoh. In front of the back four, Oche Ogaba played a pivotal role as the central midfielder, tasked with both defensive duties and initiating attacks. The attacking midfield trio consisted of Emmanuel Okeke on the right, Mudashiru Sodiq on the left, and Destiny Dan-Chukwu leading the line as the striker, flanked by Famakinwa Micheal and Bishara Kansulum in the forward positions. The substitutes included Olawale Ogunlade.

The match began with a flurry of activity, as GPM Football Academy struck early, scoring their first goal just three minutes in with a stunning effort from outside the area. The early setback seemed to rattle AustenPlus, and before they could regroup, GPM doubled their lead in the eighth minute with a simple tap-in, leaving the home side trailing 2-0.

However, the tide began to turn in the twelfth minute when Bishara Kansulum showcased his exceptional skill with an overhead kick from close range, pulling one back for AustenPlus. The momentum shifted further in the twentieth minute when Kansulum struck again, this time with a powerful long-range effort from outside the box, finding the back of the net with his right foot and bringing the score to 2-2.

As the first half drew to a close, both teams battled fiercely, but the score remained level at 2-2 at the half-time whistle. The second half commenced with a tactical substitution for AustenPlus, as Olawale Ogunlade replaced Emmanuel Okeke in the 48th minute, aiming to bolster their attacking options.

The match continued to be a contest of wills, with both sides creating chances, but it was AustenPlus who found the decisive goal. The details of this goal remain undisclosed, but it ultimately secured a 3-2 victory for the home side, much to the delight of their supporters.

Bishara Kansulum's standout performance, highlighted by his two goals, earned him the title of Player of the Match, showcasing his importance to the team's attacking prowess. The match concluded with AustenPlus Football Club celebrating a hard-fought victory, demonstrating resilience and determination against a spirited GPM Football Academy side.