Magashi you 1 vs 0 7 star family

7 Star Family travelled to Kano to face Magashi You in an early morning 8-a-side friendly on 23 March 2026, kicking off at 5:00am. The match ended in a 1-0 defeat for 7 Star Family after a late defensive lapse gifted the hosts a close-range goal shortly after the hour mark.

Deploying a 2-3-2 formation, 7 Star Family lined up with Ft Muneer in goal, shielded by central defenders s Shahidi and H Hamza. The midfield trio consisted of T Fadil on the left, M.SANEE 21 centrally, and A Messi operating on the right. Up front, the side relied on A K as the right forward and S Daddy on the left forward position. This setup was designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking width and creativity, expecting the midfielders to link play and support the forwards while the defenders maintained a compact backline.

The substitutes named for the fixture were A Rambo and M. Burhan, ready to impact proceedings as the match unfolded.

The first half saw a cautious but competitive encounter, with both sides probing for openings but unable to break the deadlock before the interval. The teams went into the break level at 0-0, with 7 Star Family showing glimpses of attacking intent, particularly down the right flank where A Messi was influential.

Shortly after the restart, the match’s decisive moment arrived in the 60th minute. A double substitution saw A Rambo replace A K up front, while M. Burhan came on for s Shahidi in defence. However, this period also proved costly as a defensive mistake allowed Magashi You to capitalise from close range. The opponents’ goal came from a right-footed finish inside the box, catching 7 Star Family’s defence off guard and putting the hosts ahead.

Despite efforts to respond, 7 Star Family were unable to find an equaliser in the remaining 30 minutes. The midfield and forward players pressed for opportunities, but the visitors’ attacking threat was stifled by a disciplined Magashi You defence.

A Messi stood out throughout the match, his work rate and creativity on the right wing earning him the player of the match accolade. His ability to drive forward and create chances was a bright spot in an otherwise frustrating afternoon for 7 Star Family.

The referee’s performance was middling, rated at 50, and the game was played in front of a modest crowd of 50 spectators. Ultimately, the narrow 1-0 defeat was a tough lesson for 7 Star Family as they look to build cohesion and sharpen their play in future fixtures.