Kano Pillars Eliminate Sunshine Stars, Advance to President Cup Semi-Finals.
Kano Pillars have secured their place in the semi-finals of the President Federation Cup after a tense quarter-final victory over Sunshine Stars at the Area 3 Pitch in Abuja on Wednesday. The match ended 1-1 in regulation time, leading to a dramatic 5-4 penalty shootout win for Pillars.
The victory sets up a semi-final clash with fellow NPFL side Abia Warriors. Like Kano Pillars, Abia Warriors also advanced after a nail-biting 5-4 penalty shootout victory over Okoto United, following a 1-1 draw in regulation time.
In other quarter-final results, Kebbi United triumphed 4-3 on penalties against EFCC after a goalless draw, while El-Kanemi Warriors edged out Inter Lagos with a 2-1 win.
The semi-final fixtures are now set, with Kebbi United facing El-Kanemi Warriors and Abia Warriors taking on Kano Pillars. These matches promise to deliver exciting football as the teams battle for a spot in the final.
The President Federation Cup has showcased thrilling encounters, and the upcoming semi-finals are expected to be no different, with each team aiming to advance and ultimately lift the prestigious trophy.