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Scorpions FC lift Foni Kansala District Football Committee knockout trophy

Jun 4, 2024, 1:04 PM | Article By: Lamin Gibba

Scorpions FC have lifted the 2024 Foni Kansala District Football Committee ( FKDFC) knock out football tournament trophy after defeating Bujingha United 1-0 in a final played at the Bwiam Mini Stadium over the weekend.

Ousainou Sanyang’s 29th minute goal earned Scorpions FC the Foni Kansala District knock out football tournament trophy.

Bujingha United started the game brightly despite an early set back.

Fansu Bojang could have levelled matters for Bujingha United FC but his shot went away thus the first half ended 1-0 in favour of Scorpions FC.

Upon resumption of the match, Bujingha United FC regrouped themselves and created goal scoring chances but were unable to unlock Scorpions FC’s solid defence line thus the match ended 1-0 in favour of Scorpion FC.

Head coach of Scorpion FC, Saidou Bah, expressed delight for clinching the knockout trophy.

Coach Bah applaud goal poacher Ousainou Sanyang for his brilliant goal scoring form during matches.

Bah also thanked the fans for rallying behind the team during the match.

"We are now waiting for the league final set for 22nd July 2024,’’Coach Coach Bah.

He revealed that his side defeated Bujingha United FC three times and drew one.

Coach Bah added that Bujingha United FC always disturb them.

Head coach of Bujinhga United FC, Musa Bojang, revealed that his side played a very good game but were beaten by Scorpions FC.

‘‘We have a penalty as the central referee pointed to the spot but assistant referee waved for an off side.

''We are happy for the victory,’’ coach Bojang said.