Here is a digest of the hottest events of the third week at the 1xBet Cup Nigeria 2024. The scorers’ race is again changing, and the intrigue in the competition for the playoff is at its peak.
Group A: struggle for the Golden Boot
Bethel Sporting FC defeated Wasola FC 4-1 and continues to build on its lead. The team has 7 points after three rounds and +6 in the goals scored/conceded column. It is a serious claim to advance to the next 1xBet Cup football tournament stage.
Okechukwu Nwanna, Bethel Sporting FC forward, succeeded again and topped the best scorers list. The striker has 4 goals in three matches. Thanks to the increase in 1xBet Cup prize money (in Nigeria), the best scorer will receive a financial reward, and Okechukwu Nwanna has every chance to compete for this prize.
In Group A, Gunners Link FC did not have the last word. The squad has 4 points after two games, while Wasola FC, Eleven FA, and G-12 have 2 points after three matches. The struggle for the playoffs in this group is still ahead.
Group B: champion’s triumph
The current champion, SB LFC, plays confidently. They are the sole leaders in Group B, having 9 points after three games. In the third round, the 1xBet Cup 2023 winner achieved a victory (1-0), taking another step towards the playoffs.
However, there is still an intrigue. Dosu Joseph is in second place with 4 points, while Collins Edwin FC is one point behind. Both squads have games in hand, so they will certainly try to impose a fight.
Team 360 can’t find its game. They lost their third match in a row and are at the bottom of Group B with zero points.
Group C: the most unpredictable quintet
In Group C, all teams still have a chance to advance to the next stage and compete for the 1xBet Cup prize money (in Nigeria). Last year’s finalist, Ighalo FA, is ahead of Emiloju FC: they both have 6 points, but the club named after former Manchester United forward Odin Ighalo has a better goal difference.
Emaljus FC collected 3 points after two games, while Ikorodu Eagles FC and Young Strikers FC have 3 points after 3 matches. We recommend paying attention to Emmanuel Onyema from Ikorodu Eagles FC. He scored three times in the first two rounds and can claim the Golden Boot.
Group D: following the Taribo West legacy
Dominion Hotspur and 36 Lion have again proven that they have excellent defensive lines. The teams have gained 7 and 6 points, conceding one goal each. This result allows them to lead Group D.
36 Lion attracts attention not only with their organized play in defense – 1xCup fans have already appreciated the individual skill of this club’s attacking players. Left winger Seun Lawal has already succeeded with 3 goals and contends for the tournament’s top-scorer title.
Seun Lawal’s speed and dribbling skills show the importance of supporting grassroots football in Nigeria. Our country has given the world Jay-Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, Victor Osimhen, and many other great footballers who started their journey kicking a ball around on the street.
Well-coordinated teamwork and individual performances
The third week at the 1xBet Cup brought football fans unforgettable emotions and confirmed the significance of Nigerian grassroots football development. The tournament is full of talented footballers with great potential, so you can see scouts from local clubs in the stands looking for new Celestine Babayaro, Joseph Yobo, and Wilfred Ndidi.
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