Anglican FC secures 2-1 victory over Paul E FC in 2025 NLO opener

Anglican FC clinched a hard-fought 2-1 win over Paul E FC in a spirited encounter in the ongoing 2025 Nationwide League One (NLO) season. The match, played in front of an energetic crowd at the Area 3 stadium, Abuja, saw Anglican FC display grit and tactical discipline to edge their opponents in a closely contested […]

Anglican FC clinched a hard-fought 2-1 win over Paul E FC in a spirited encounter in the ongoing 2025 Nationwide League One (NLO) season.

The match, played in front of an energetic crowd at the Area 3 stadium, Abuja, saw Anglican FC display grit and tactical discipline to edge their opponents in a closely contested tie.

Anglican FC opened the scoring early in the first half with a well-placed strike from Chukwuma Ezea David that left the Paul E FC goalkeeper with no chance. Paul E FC responded from a freekick that ended in an equalizer, keeping both sides level going into the break.

The decisive moment came midway through Mgbakabala Chibuike Kabala’s header in the second half when Anglican FC capitalized on a defensive lapse to restore their lead. Despite late pressure from Paul E FC, the Anglican side held firm to secure all three points.

Speaking after the game, the Anglican FC coach, Lawrence Augustine Ameh praised his team for win against a formidable opponent.

“I knew the game will be tough and I had told them before hand how tough their opponents are and I am glad they played to instructions and get the maximum points. They had the energy and had no fear in them. They really worked hard.

“For now, they will go and rest and we will return to training on Friday for the game on Saturday. If we are focused, they will get it. I am sure their morale will be high,” he declared.

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, conveyed his congratulations to the boys through the Coordinating Bishop, The Rt. Rev’d Solomon Akanbi, applauding their strong start in the tournament.

Buoyed by this victory, Anglican FC will face City FC on Saturday with renewed confidence, while Paul E FC will aim to recover in their next match against Police FC.