SFA Thrash Alumni PG 7-3 In Thrilling Encounter At University Of Ibadan
⚽ Result
SOCCER FOR ALL (SFA) 7
ALUMNI PG 3
🏆 Competition
Home friendly match
📅 When
Sunday, 18 October 2026
📍 Venue
University of Ibadan (Home)
Soccer For All (SFA) welcomed Alumni PG to the University of Ibadan on 18 October 2026 for a 4:00pm kick-off in a pulsating 11-a-side contest. The match ended with a resounding 7-3 victory for SFA after 90 minutes of action, showcasing an attacking masterclass from the home side.
SFA deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with offensive creativity. The back four consisted of two full-backs tasked with both defensive duties and providing width, while the two central defenders focused on maintaining a strong defensive line. Ahead of them, the double pivot midfielders were expected to shield the defence and distribute the ball efficiently. The three attacking midfielders, positioned left, centre, and right, were charged with linking play and creating chances for the lone striker leading the line. This formation allowed SFA to control the midfield and exploit spaces in wide areas, putting constant pressure on Alumni PG’s defence.
Unfortunately, no details of the starting line-ups or substitutes were provided, so individual player contributions cannot be named, but the overall team strategy was clear from the outset.
The first half saw SFA dominate proceedings, utilising their formation to great effect. Their attacking midfield trio consistently found pockets of space, feeding the striker and forcing Alumni PG onto the back foot. Despite the high tempo and offensive intent, the half-time whistle arrived with the scoreline reflecting a competitive contest, though exact goal timings and scorers remain unspecified.
As the second half unfolded, SFA’s attacking prowess truly came to the fore. Their ability to stretch the pitch and combine through the midfield paid dividends, resulting in a flurry of goals that overwhelmed Alumni PG’s defensive efforts. The home side’s full-backs pushed forward with intent, adding extra bodies in attack and contributing to the relentless pressure.
Alumni PG managed to find the net three times, demonstrating resilience and moments of quality, but they were ultimately unable to contain SFA’s attacking onslaught. The home side’s lone striker capitalised on several chances, supported by the creative midfielders who orchestrated play with precision.
The match concluded with a comprehensive 7-3 scoreline in favour of Soccer For All, a testament to their tactical discipline and attacking efficiency. The University of Ibadan witnessed an entertaining and high-scoring encounter, with SFA’s 4-2-3-1 formation proving decisive in both controlling the midfield and delivering a potent offensive display.
