BCH Football Team Triumphs In Thrilling Friendly Encounter

BCH Football Team faced off against PFC FB Hostel in a thrilling friendly match held at the Ujemen Primary School Field in Edo State, Ekpoma, on 12 July 2025. The encounter kicked off at 3:00 PM and ended with a scoreline of 3-2 in favour of BCH, showcasing a dramatic display of football that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

BCH adopted a 4-2-1-3 formation, designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Marvelous stood guard in goal, while the backline consisted of J. Peter on the right, B. Praise on the left, and the central defensive duo of I. Samson and E. Idan. In midfield, A. Logic and Os Kingsley operated as central midfielders, providing both support to the defence and creativity going forward. E. Flexy played as the attacking midfielder, tasked with linking play and creating opportunities for the forwards. Up front, E. Joshua and E. Power occupied the wide positions, while O. Stanley led the line as the central striker. The substitutes for BCH included CHM Kingsley, HND ItzPromise, and E. Isiah.

The match began with both teams testing each other, but it was PFC FB Hostel who drew first blood in the 32nd minute, taking a 1-0 lead. This goal injected urgency into BCH's play as they sought to respond before the half-time whistle. However, despite their efforts, the first half concluded with BCH trailing by a single goal.

After the break, BCH made an early substitution, bringing on CHM Kingsley for E. Joshua in the 49th minute, aiming to inject fresh energy into their attack. The change paid dividends as BCH began to dominate possession and create chances. In the 61st minute, E. Flexy levelled the score at 1-1 with a well-placed shot, igniting hope among the BCH supporters.

However, PFC FB Hostel responded quickly, regaining the lead in the 70th minute, making it 2-1. BCH, undeterred by the setback, continued to push forward in search of an equaliser. Their persistence was rewarded in the 84th minute when I. Samson scored, bringing the score to 2-2 and setting the stage for a thrilling finish.

With just three minutes left in regular time, BCH secured a dramatic victory when E. Isiah, who had come on as a substitute for Os Kingsley in the 65th minute, found the back of the net from close range following a corner taken by O. Stanley. This goal, scored in the 87th minute, sealed the match at 3-2 in favour of BCH Football Team.

The match showcased a resilient performance from BCH, with I. Samson earning the accolade of Player of the Match for his commanding presence in defence and crucial goal. The friendly encounter not only provided valuable match experience but also highlighted the team's potential as they look ahead to future challenges.