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NBR triumph over KMC to lift NAYCONF tournament trophy

Dec 24, 2024, 11:24 AM

The North Bank Region (NBR) on Sunday defeated Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) 4-2 on post-match shootouts after regulation time ended goalless in a tightly-contested final played at the Serrekunda East Mini Stadium to lift the 2024 National Youth Conference and Festival (NAYCONF) football tournament trophy.

The high-stakes encounter attracted large crowd, with fans from across the country cheering passionately for their respective regions.

North Bank Region held their nerve in the penalty shootouts, converting four of their spot-kicks while their goalkeeper made two crucial saves to earn them the trophy.

With the victory, North Bank Region have been crowned champions of the 2024  National Youth Conference and Festival (NAYCONF) football tournament, solidifying their position as one of the strongest footballing regions in The Gambia.

The tournament, a flagship event of the National Youth Conference and Festival (NAYCONF), has once again showcased rich talents and passion for football among Gambian youth.

Source: National Youth Council