The 2025 Evolution Cup Pan African Tournament got off to a flying start at the Bawari Stadium in Abuja, Nigeria, with four thrilling matches that set the tone for what to expect in the competition.
SGFC Athletics vs Pro Sports FC
The tournament’s opening fixture saw Pro Sports FC secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory over SGFC Athletics, courtesy of Anaele Divine’s 47th-minute strike. The goal proved to be the difference between the two teams, as Pro Sports FC held on to claim all three points.
Mallam FA vs Green Lock FC
In the second match of the day, Green Lock FC took a commanding 2-0 lead through goals from Praise Adebisi (38′) and Damilola Adeyeye (48′). Mallam FA pulled a goal back through Abdulwahab Abubakar in the 58th minute, but it was too little, too late, as Green Lock FC held on for a 2-1 victory.
Ubogu FA vs Bolapro Sporting
The third match of the day saw Bolapro Sporting edge Ubogu FA 1-0, thanks to Ayoola Gideon’s 43rd-minute goal. The win gave Bolapro Sporting a valuable three points, while Ubogu FA will look to bounce back in their next match.
King O Football Club vs La Planet FC
In the final match of the day, Sulieman Hammed scored a late second-half goal to hand La Planet FC a narrow 1-0 victory over King O Football Club. The win gave La Planet FC a crucial three points, while King O Football Club will look to regroup and come back stronger in their next match.
Day One Results
- SGFC Athletics 0-1 Pro Sports FC (Anaele Divine 47′)
- Mallam FA 1-2 Green Lock FC (Praise Adebisi 38′, Damilola Adeyeye 48′, Abdulwahab Abubakar 58′)
- Ubogu FA 0-1 Bolapro Sporting (Ayoola Gideon 43′)
- King O Football Club 0-1 La Planet FC (Sulieman Hammed)