In a heart-stopping showdown that electrified the football scene in Abuja, Allen Foxes pulled off a stunning 7-6 victory over Goshen White Tigers in a gripping penalty shoot-out during the Durumi Super League 6.1 pre-season match. The dramatic clash, which served as the curtain-raiser for the league’s eleventh edition, held fans spellbound and has already become the talk of the city.
Played on Saturday, May 3, the one-day pre-season faceoff was designed to ignite excitement ahead of the official league kickoff set for May 10, 2025. And it did just that. With tension soaring and both teams locked in a fierce stalemate, it was Allen who emerged victorious, sending a powerful message to their rivals and igniting early championship hopes.
This year’s tournament boasts a strong lineup of five determined teams: The three-times most successful champions Bassey Sparrows, Soso Lions, Edu Wolves, the defending champions Goshen White Tigers, and the newly resurgent in the pre-season match Allen Foxes. All eyes are now on who will dominate the upcoming five-week football war.
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Goshen head coach and team manager, Tobi Shittu, expressed disappointment over the loss but remained optimistic. He admitted that a single player’s confidence lapse during the penalty shootout made the difference but assured fans that the team is focused on bouncing back stronger. “We are still the team to beat. We’ll work on our flaws and defend our title with everything we’ve got,” he said confidently.
Chief organizer Uche Isaac praised the intensity and spirit of the pre-season clash, stating that the event achieved its goal of uniting the teams and setting the tone for a thrilling season. However, he voiced concerns over the lack of funding, which continues to hinder expansion and full participation. He called on well-meaning Nigerians, government agencies, and corporate sponsors to rally behind the initiative and help foster youth development through sports.
The stakes are high this season with N100,000 up for grabs for the winners, while the runners-up will walk away with N60,000. Although there’s no prize for third place, individual brilliance won’t go unnoticed, as standout players will receive special awards for their performances.
With the main tournament set to kick off on Saturday, May 11, all eyes are now on the Durumi Super League, as excitement builds for what promises to be one of the most explosive seasons in recent memory.
