HYPEBUZZ FC Dominate Strikershubs FC 5-1 At Bwari Township Stadium

HYPEBUZZ FC welcomed StrikersHubs FC to Bwari Township Stadium on 16 January 2026 for a friendly home match kicking off at 12:00pm. After a gruelling 120 minutes including added time, HYPEBUZZ FC emerged emphatically victorious with a 5-1 scoreline. The match showcased attacking flair and tactical flexibility from the hosts, while StrikersHubs FC struggled to contain their opponents’ relentless pressure.

HYPEBUZZ FC deployed a 4-1-2-3 formation, setting up with four defenders, a single holding midfielder, two attacking midfielders, and a front three. Ibu Matthew guarded the goal with Torkuma Pascal and Abdurazak Ibrahim operating as right and left defenders respectively, flanking central defenders Elochukwu Udemezue and Balde Mamadou. Ridwan Yusuf anchored the midfield in a defensive role, tasked with breaking up play and distributing from deep. Ahead of him, Ebrimma Sawaneh took up the right attacking midfield position, while Peter Okogbenin occupied the left attacking midfield slot, both expected to link midfield and attack. The front three consisted of Godstime Sunday on the right forward, Kenneth Mshi as the central striker, and Daniel James on the left forward, all charged with spearheading the offensive efforts. The substitutes available included Tochwukwu Mbah, Micheal Pascal, Anoruo Wisdom Amarachi, Aluko Segun, Konate Mahamadou, Habeeb Akinde, Olade Imole Tosin, Yusupha Sohna, Eke Winner, Dorgeles Alain Kou, Adedoyin David Adeniyi, Jesse Magaji, and Okike Destiny.

The game burst into life early on when Kenneth Mshi opened the scoring in the 16th minute. Daniel James provided a precise short pass that allowed Mshi to finish from close range with his left foot following a well-worked team move. However, StrikersHubs FC responded swiftly just two minutes later, levelling the score with a close-range strike inside the box, finished neatly with the right foot. The early exchanges set the tone for an entertaining contest.

HYPEBUZZ FC regained the lead in the 26th minute through Daniel James, who capitalised on a long pass from Ridwan Yusuf. James controlled the ball expertly inside the box before firing a left-footed shot past the goalkeeper. Eight minutes later, Godstime Sunday extended the advantage with a superb solo effort, cutting inside and curling a left-footed finish that left the opposition defence trailing.

Shortly before the half-hour mark, HYPEBUZZ FC made a triple substitution at the 40th minute, bringing on Tochwukwu Mbah, Micheal Pascal, and Anoruo Wisdom Amarachi for Daniel James, Godstime Sunday, and Kenneth Mshi respectively. This fresh injection of energy was immediately rewarded as Anoruo Wisdom Amarachi scored just after the break in the 47th minute. Receiving a long pass from Peter Okogbenin, Amarachi unleashed a powerful left-footed strike from outside the box, demonstrating excellent technique and composure.

The half-time interval arrived with HYPEBUZZ FC comfortably ahead, 4-1, having asserted dominance through their attacking prowess and tactical discipline. At the 60th minute mark, a wholesale change saw Yusupha Sohna replace Ridwan Yusuf in midfield, while Dorgeles Alain Kou, Eke Winner, Habeeb Akinde, Olade Imole Tosin, Konate Mahamadou, and Aluko Segun all entered the fray, substituting Ebrimma Sawaneh, Peter Okogbenin, Torkuma Pascal, Elochukwu Udemezue, Balde Mamadou, and Abdurazak Ibrahim respectively. This extensive reshuffle aimed to maintain intensity and control as the match progressed into its latter stages.

Further tactical substitutions followed in the 80th minute with Adedoyin David Adeniyi, Jesse Magaji, and Okike Destiny replacing Micheal Pascal, Tochwukwu Mbah, and Anoruo Wisdom Amarachi. These changes reflected a strategic approach to preserve the lead and inject fresh legs into the squad.

The final goal of the match came in the 98th minute when Okike Destiny produced a stunning solo effort from outside the box, finishing with his right foot to seal a commanding 5-1 victory for HYPEBUZZ FC. His strike epitomised the attacking quality on display throughout the game.

Goalkeeper Ibu Matthew was instrumental in maintaining the clean sheet for the majority of the match, making crucial saves to deny StrikersHubs FC further opportunities. Ridwan Yusuf’s midfield control and distribution were pivotal in orchestrating attacks, while Daniel James and Peter Okogbenin’s creativity and goal contributions highlighted their importance in the team’s offensive structure.

Overall, HYPEBUZZ FC’s comprehensive performance at Bwari Township Stadium delighted the 406 spectators in attendance, showcasing a blend of tactical acumen, individual skill, and team cohesion. The friendly provided an excellent platform for experimentation and confidence-building ahead of more competitive fixtures.