KASAM FA Fall Short Against Laycon FA In League Clash

In a fiercely contested league match held at the Ilorin venue on 13 May 2025, KASAM FA faced off against Laycon FA, ultimately succumbing to a 3-1 defeat. The match kicked off at 10:00 am, with both teams eager to secure vital points in the league standings.

KASAM FA lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, designed to provide a balanced approach between defence and attack. Owube Emmanuel took his place in goal, while Ridwan Yunusa and Mustapha Faruq occupied the right and left defensive flanks respectively. Central defence was anchored by Ogundipe Olawale and Adekunle Jamiu, who were tasked with maintaining a solid backline. In midfield, Akpusugh Paul and Eni Boluwatife operated on the right and left flanks, with Adebayo Azeez positioned centrally to orchestrate play. Up front, Shotunde Opeyemi led the line as the striker, flanked by Afolabi Michael on the right and Amos Chukwudi on the left.

The substitutes for KASAM FA included Mubarak Samanja, Ekot McDonald, Hassan Afeez, Uthman Abubakar, and Ogunlade Opeyemi, who would later play a role in the match.

The first half saw KASAM FA start brightly, but it was Ogundipe Olawale who made a crucial defensive clearance in the 16th minute, preventing a potential chance for Laycon FA. However, the match took a turn when Owube Emmanuel was forced off due to injury in the 22nd minute, paving the way for Mubarak Samanja to step in as goalkeeper.

As the first half drew to a close, KASAM FA found a glimmer of hope when Shotunde Opeyemi scored from close range just before the half-time whistle, giving his side a 1-0 lead. This goal came in the 45th minute and was a testament to KASAM FA's resilience.

The second half, however, proved to be a different story. Just three minutes in, a lapse in concentration from Mustapha Faruq led to a penalty for Laycon FA, which they converted to equalise in the 48th minute. The momentum shifted dramatically as Laycon FA took control of the match.

In the 58th minute, Laycon FA capitalised on their newfound confidence and scored again, taking a 2-1 lead. KASAM FA attempted to respond by making tactical substitutions in the 62nd minute, bringing on Ekot McDonald, Hassan Afeez, and Uthman Abubakar to inject fresh energy into the side.

Despite their efforts, KASAM FA struggled to regain their footing, and Laycon FA extended their lead further in the 76th minute with another goal. As the match approached its conclusion, Mubarak Samanja showcased his goalkeeping skills with a parry in the 85th minute, but it was not enough to turn the tide.

In the dying moments of the match, KASAM FA made their final substitution, introducing Ogunlade Opeyemi for Shotunde Opeyemi in the 88th minute. However, the match ended with Laycon FA firmly in control, sealing a 3-1 victory over KASAM FA. The defeat leaves KASAM FA with much to ponder as they look to regroup for their next fixture.