CONFED Cup: Rivers United Flogs APC Lobito 3-0 In Uyo

CONFED Cup: Rivers United Flogs APC Lobito 3-0 In Uyo

Sampson Adedeji

Nigeria's representative in the CAF Confederation Cup Rivers United started their campaign on a winning note with a comfortable 3-0 win over APC Lobito of Angola in Uyo, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Playing at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, the Pride of Rivers dominated the game from the beginning and their effort quickly paid off with the opening goal from Samuel Antwi in the 3rd minute.

The Angolan side was able to keep it tight at the back after conceding the first goal and ensure it stayed 1-0 going into half-time.

But the Nigeria side improved on their threats in the second half and got a second goal in the 47th minute through Paul Odeh.

Shedrack Asiegbu sealed victory with the 3rd goal in the 60th minute as it ended 3-0 in favour of the host.