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By Wakawaka Sports
Silversports Football Club of Mbaise suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat to Madoka FC of Owerri on matchday six of the ongoing 2026 Imo State Football Association League.
Mbaise’s young side, who have continued to impress with their fighting spirit in the competition, drew first blood in the 5th minute through centre-back Ebuka, who brilliantly curled a free kick past the advancing goalkeeper Madoka to give Silversports an early lead.
However, the schoolboys, led by promising midfielder Victor Onwunali, a JSS 2 student, were punished for their lack of experience in the closing stages of the first half. Ten minutes before half-time, a defensive exchange between goalkeeper Chibuonu, a JSS 3 student, and one of his defenders gave Madoka FC the equaliser, sending both teams into half-time at 1-1.
The second half saw the Owerri team dominate possession and attack with greater intensity. Playing on such a pitch for the first time, the Silversports players found it difficult to cope with the physical strength and experience of their more mature opponents.
Madoka’s sustained pressure finally paid off in the 76th minute, when striker Obianeri Callisto headed the ball home to give her team a 2-1 lead.
Instead of giving up, the Pride of Mbaise responded positively, taking control of the game and effectively using the flanks to stretch Madoka’s defence. The young boys showed remarkable determination despite their opponents’ initial confidence of achieving a comfortable victory.
Madoka extended their lead in the 81st minute after the Silversports goalkeeper saved a shot on goal. A defender then touched the ball while attempting to clear it, prompting the referee to award a penalty and show the defender a red card, reducing Silversports to 10 men. Uka Uchenna converted the resulting spot kick to make it 3-1.
Despite being a man down, Silversports refused to give up. David Anyamele produced a moment of brilliance with a solo run, beating his marker before calmly slotting the ball home to reduce the deficit to 3-2.
Mbaise’s team pressed hard for a late equaliser, but Madoka held firm to take all three points.
In the other group match, Orlu’s Evermore FC beat Chika FC 4-0.
With all group matches completed, Evermore FC finished top of the table with seven points, scoring seven goals without conceding. Madoka FC also finished with seven points, but placed second with five goals scored and two conceded.
Silversports FC finished the season in third place with one point, having scored three goals and conceded six, while Chika FC finished bottom with one point, scoring once and conceding seven goals.
