Pankshin Football Club (FC) on Wednesday defeated Jos South FC 1-0 to qualify for the semi-final of the ongoing Plateau State Governor’s Cup.
The quarter-final encounter was played at the Jos Zaria Road Stadium, Jos.
Milaham Kabiru scored the only goal of the match in the 52nd minute to secure victory for Pankshin FC.
Kabiru’s goal came after sustained pressure from Pankshin FC, which dominated possession in the second half.
Efforts by Jos South FC to equalise proved unsuccessful as the Pankshin defence held firm until the final whistle.
Markus Davou of Jos South FC received a yellow card in the 50th minute for unsporting behaviour, while his teammate, Godwin Inusa, was booked in the 80th minute for a rough tackle.
Speaking after the match, Pankshin FC captain Tanimu Inusa commended his teammates for their resilience and tactical discipline.
He said the team was determined to win the trophy.
The Jos South FC captain congratulated Pankshin FC on the victory, attributing his team’s defeat to missed scoring opportunities.
With the victory, Pankshin FC will face Riyom FC in one of the semi-final ties, while Jos East FC will take on Shendam FC in the other encounter.
The semi-final matches are scheduled for Friday at the same venue.
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