Port Vale FC Crowned Champions of 8th Seasiders Football Tournament

Port Vale FC Crowned Champions of 8th Seasiders Football Tournament 

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Port Vale FC have been crowned champions of the 8th edition of the Seasiders Football Tournament, which concluded on Sunday at the Seasiders Stadium in Lugbe, Abuja.

The two-month-long competition came to an exciting end as Port Vale edged out the host team, Seasiders FC, 3-2 on penalties after both sides played out a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

Port Vale’s coach, Lucky Osagbode, attributed the team’s victory to consistent hard work by both the players and the technical crew.

"We knew we had to put in extra effort to win this time," Osagbode said. "After playing a goalless draw with them in the group stage, we knew it wouldn’t be easy. But we give God the glory for helping us secure this title."

Team captain Bright Ogbonnaya also praised the team’s dedication, stating that their rigorous training finally paid off. He added that the team is already focused on preparing for the next edition of the tournament.

On the other side, Seasiders FC coach Jamiu Hassan and captain Omotayo Lawal expressed disappointment but accepted the result in good spirits.

"We gave it our all during regular time, but sometimes penalties come down to luck," said Coach Jamiu. "Congratulations to Port Vale. We'll come back stronger next time."

Afeez Babalola, a representative of the tournament sponsor, noted the success of this year's edition and confirmed that preparations are already in motion to expand participation in the 9th edition.