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MC Steve Snatch Dramatic Round of 16 Spot as Capital Sportiff Miss Out; Veragold Exit with Heads Held High as Abuja Veterans Tourney Heats Up
In a thrilling twist to close out the group stage of the 2025 Abuja Veterans Tournament, MC Steve pulled off the unexpected, claiming the final Round of 16 ticket with a dramatic 2-1 victory over All Stars UATH. With their backs against the wall after two losses and a draw, MC Steve needed a win by at least two clear goals to survive.
And though they fell just short of that margin, results elsewhere tipped the scales in their favour, sending them through and ending the journey for Capital Sportiff and UATH.
Earlier, Capital Sportiff looked to have done just enough with a hard-fought 1-0 win over a spirited Veragold side. Veragold dominated the first half but failed to convert their chances—an error that proved fatal.
In a tense finale, it was Andy Eze, affectionately known as “Onyearmy” and a close friend of the late Vitus Ekoh,a strong member of Capital Sportiff who passed away a few days ago was the one who struck the goal that many thought had sealed qualification. But MC Steve’s last stand rewrote the script.
Veragold, meanwhile, may be out, but they leave with pride intact—having played their most enterprising football in their final group game.
In other matches, Ex-Professionals edged Capital City Club 1-0 in a match for bragging rights, as both had already booked their tickets to the knockouts. And in a fitting curtain-closer to a riveting group phase, Karu All Stars edged Likeminds 3-2 in a five-goal thriller that had fans on their feet.
As the dust settles on the group stage, attention now turns to the high-stakes knockout rounds—where the margin for error is gone and the chase for glory intensifies.
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NVBF seeks continuous partnership with Abia Govt after successful 2025 Nat Div 1 & 2
Joel Ajayi
The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) have expressed profound appreciation to the Government and people of Abia State for their outstanding support and collaboration during the successful hosting of the final phase of the 2025 National Division 1 and 2 Volleyball Leagues.
In a statement signed by Engineer Musa Nimrod, NVBF President, the federation commended Abia State for its warm hospitality and commitment to the development of sports, particularly volleyball.
Nimrod explained that the successful event was a result of the strong partnership between the federation and the state government.
He said, “The Board of Administration of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, on behalf of the entire volleyball community in the country, wishes to express profound gratitude to the Government and people of Abia State for their noble collaboration in organizing the final phase of Division 1 and 2.”
He further highlighted that Abia State is gradually becoming a hub for volleyball in Nigeria.
Nimrod attributed the growth of volleyball to the government’s investment in youth and sports development.
He emphasised the NVBF desire to sustain and strengthen this partnership to further promote volleyball and empower young athletes across the nation.
“The federation remains grateful and looks forward to a more robust and progressive partnership with the Abia State Government in the future.”
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