The NQuad Inter Tribes Football Gala’s Round of 16 delivered captivating matches, showcasing the tournament’s competitive spirit!
Defending champions Moshie continued their title defense with a convincing win, while Hausa’s resurgence eliminated Songhai on penalties.
Here’s a review of the Round of 16 games:
– Debutant Builsa (Kanjaga) continued their fairytale with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Wangara, solidifying their position as a team to beat in the quarterfinals.
– Kotokoli and Gurma played out a 1-1 draw, with Kotokoli advancing 5-4 in penalties, setting up a thrilling fixture against Builsa.
– Holders Moshie dominated Ewe 3-0, keeping their title defense on track.
– Fulani edged Chokosi 1-0 in a tense encounter, showcasing their defensive prowess ahead of a must-watch quarterfinal against Moshie.
– Waala and Gonja played out a goalless draw, with Waala winning 5-4 in penalties, despite Gonja’s impressive defensive record.
– Hausa and Songhai drew 1-1, with Hausa advancing 7-6 in a nail-biting penalty shootout, reviving their campaign after a disappointing outing last year.
– Dagomba sealed their quarterfinal spot with a 5-3 penalty win over Asante, following a 1-1 draw.
– Zabarma comfortably defeated Frafra 2-0, setting up an intriguing quarterfinal against Dagomba.
Full Round 16 Results
Results as follows
Kanjaga 2-1 Wangara
Kotokoli 1-1 Gurma
( 5-4)
Moshie 3-0 Ewe
Fulani 1-0 Chokosi
Waala 0-0 Gonja
(5-4)
Hausa 1-1 Songhai
(7-6)
Asante 1-1 Dagomba
(5-3)
Zabarma 2-0 Frafra