It was an exciting finale at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on December 22, 2023, as the maiden Asue Ighodalo Unity Gold Cup came to an end.
Team Edo South emerged victorious after defeating Edo Central 3-1 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw at the end of regulation time.
The tournament, which was sponsored by Dr. Asue Ighodalo, a banker, investor, and governorship aspirant for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2024, was aimed at promoting unity, peace, and social reawakening among the youth.
The competition involved teams from Edo South, Edo Central, and Edo North and started on December 20. Team Edo South won the tournament and received the trophy and a cash prize of N250,000, while Edo Central and Edo North received N150,000 and N100,000, respectively.
Dr. Ighodalo expressed his love for sports, particularly football, and his desire to encourage sports talents in Edo State to build the spirit of responsibility and competition, which will prepare them for the future.
