Giants on their knees! Lagos Greenbacks stun two-time champions Abia Warriors 14-12 in Showtime Flag Football League Season XV thriller

The reputation of a two-time champion counted for little on Sunday, October 25, 2026, when Lagos Greenbacks recorded a sensational 14-12 victory over Abia Warriors in Game Week 5 of the Showtime Flag Football League Season XV at Showtime Arena, Meadow Hall, Lekki, Lagos.

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In a contest filled with interceptions, missed opportunities and determined defense, the Greenbacks refused to be intimidated by opponents who had previously captured Showtime Bowl XII and XIII.

The result was particularly surprising considering the Warriors’ impressive form earlier in the season. They had demolished the Delta Braves 54-13 in the third week of play, while the Greenbacks were still regaining momentum after a rough start to the campaign.

But on Sunday the script changed.

Abia Warriors quarterback Joseph Williams initially threatened to take control, connecting with Jumai AO for gains of 24 and 25 yards. However, Greenbacks defenders repeatedly frustrated the Warriors near the end zone.

Williams finally broke the deadlock with a touchdown pass to Bello Remilekun, giving Abia Warriors a 6-0 lead.

The Greenbacks’ response came through the partnership of quarterback Oluremi Jedidiah and receiver Obiekezie Chiamaka.

Jedidiah first found Chiamaka for a 21-yard gain before connecting with the same player for a 21-yard touchdown. The Greenbacks went ahead 7-6 and carried that slim lead into halftime.

The second half was another tense fight as both sides fought for control. The Abia Warriors continued to challenge but the Greenbacks held on to complete a dramatic 14-12 victory.

Chiamaka’s influence earned the receiver the game’s MVP award, with 42 yards receiving, a receiving touchdown and 18 yards passing. The performance produced a 7.7 rating and 3.9 fantasy points, the highest fantasy return of the game.

Remilekun led the Warriors’ fantasy contributions with 3.2 points, while Jedidiah posted 3.0 for the Greenbacks.

Defensive interventions were equally important. Balogun Faisat Olajumoke intercepted Williams, while Fatungase Jabar A. and Confidence Nzurumike produced interceptions for the Warriors in a match in which neither attack enjoyed complete freedom.

The victory adds to the growing resurgence of the dollar. Earlier in the season, they recorded a resounding 53-0 victory over Rivers Alphas, demonstrating their ability to dominate. Against Abia Warriors, they showed something different: the composure to survive a close battle against championship-caliber opposition.

For the Warriors, who entered Season XV hoping to regain the title they lost to the Lagos Knights last season, the defeat is a reminder that the competition’s established hierarchy is under serious pressure.

For the Lagos Greenbacks, this was more than a two-point victory. It was a warning to all title contenders that no opponent can be taken lightly.