The Nathaniel Idowu U-16 Football League is proving to be a carnival of goals, and Week 2 at the New Maracana Sports Complex in Tolu was no exception. Across five matches, fans were treated to 21 goals, breathtaking skill, and plenty of drama.
Fortune FA’s Ruthless Display
Fortune FA lit up the weekend with a commanding 6–0 victory over Divinely Blessed. Odunayo Odesola was the star of the show, netting a blistering first-half hat-trick inside 25 minutes. Daniel Udoh added a fourth before halftime, while substitute Akanbi Quadri came off the bench to score twice in the second half.
Agbato Wasiu orchestrated play with four assists, earning plaudits as the creative heartbeat of the team. Odesola deservedly walked away with the Man of the Match award. The game wasn’t without controversy, as Divinely Blessed goalkeeper Mira Odey was sent off, compounding their misery.
Tight Battles Elsewhere
Young Eleven battled to a narrow 1–0 win, with Chiemerie Eneali’s 68th-minute strike breaking the deadlock after a tense first half.
Atico FA vs Bright Stars SA ended 1–1. Timilehin Ajomale put Atico ahead late on, but Valentine Aniako equalised soon after, continuing his fine scoring run. Sheriff Musa’s defensive masterclass earned him Man of the Match honors.
Ajegunle United Shine Despite Rain
Ajegunle United were imperious in a 4–0 demolition of Moore Wins. Peter Adoga and Onyebuchi Okolo both scored braces, with Okolo’s free kick a standout highlight. Heavy rain fell, but Ajegunle’s dominance was never in doubt.
St. Petersburg FA Edge Eight-Goal Thriller
The weekend’s most thrilling clash came as St. Petersburg FA edged Seraphic 5–3 in a pulsating encounter. Ebuka Emeka scored twice, with David Ohaeri and Emmanuel Ebube also on target.
Seraphic’s Fred Apoh responded with two stunning free kicks, but St. Petersburg held firm to secure victory in what will surely be remembered as one of the league’s early classics.