African Teams Shine as Nigerian Varsities Vow to Bounce Back in FASU Football Tournament

Day 1 of the 11th Federation of Africa University Sports (FASU) football tournament saw strong performances from African teams, as they aimed to make a statement on Nigerian soil. In Group A, Kenyatta University (KE) played out a thrilling 1-1 draw against Lagos State University (LASU), while the University of Ghana (GH) held Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) to a 0-0 stalemate.

Group B action witnessed a 1-0 victory for the University for Development Studies (UDS), Ghana, over the University of Lagos (UNILAG), leaving the host team disappointed. Nkumba University (UG) of Uganda also dominated their match, defeating the University of Jos (UNIJOS) 2-0.

Despite the early challenges, Nigerian teams are determined to bounce back and reclaim momentum as the tournament progresses. With plenty of football left to play, the home teams are rallying their spirit, promising to give fans a performance to remember in the coming days.

The FASU Games continue to bring together the best university football teams across Africa, showcasing talent, unity, and the spirit of competition.