Spires 5Aside Heats Up in Epe as Semi-Finalists Emerge
By Victor Ottah

The atmosphere was electric in Epe as the divisional rounds of the much-anticipated Spires 5Aside Tournament delivered on every bit of the hype. With grassroots football on full display, fans were treated to a thrilling knockout phase that left no doubt the men have indeed been separated from the boys.

Knockout Round Results:

Net Breakers FC 8–2 Deultimate SA: In a ruthless show of firepower, Net Breakers FC dismantled Deultimate SA, asserting their dominance with clinical finishing and tactical superiority.

Papa SA 4(3)–4(1) Top Rocks FA: In one of the round’s most gripping encounters, Papa SA held their nerve in a dramatic penalty shootout after a pulsating 4–4 draw in regulation time.

Olaodus FC 1(6)–1(5) Flames FC: Olaodus FC edged past Flames FC in a nervy penalty shootout, advancing by the slimmest of margins in what was a tactical chess match from start to finish.

Angso Sports 0–6 Peckins FA: Peckins FA were emphatic in their demolition of Angso Sports, putting six past their opponents in a performance that sent a clear message to the rest of the teams.

With the knockout now in the rearview, attention turns to the semi-finals, where four elite teams will clash for a coveted spot in the final. The fixtures are set for June 3rd at the STS Pitch, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Bogije, Ibeju-Lekki.

Semi-Final Fixtures:

Olaodus FC vs Net Breakers FC 12noon

Papa SA vs Peckins FA 1PM

Football fans and talent scouts alike are encouraged to witness the next generation of Nigerian grassroot talent as they battle for glory and the opportunity to represent Epe in the Spires 5aside state championship, as only three spots are up for grabs within the division.