Abraham Isaac
The long anticipated football match between Luminaries of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko and the Lions of University of Nigeria, Nsukka ended in a 1 all draw.
UNN Lions and AAUA Luminaries defeated UNIBEN Royals and UNILAG marines respectively to book their place as semi-finalists.
The Higher Institution Football League Semi-final 1st leg was held at the UNN Sports complex, Nsukka, Enugu state.
The return leg is expected to be played at AAUA sports complex, Akungba-Akoko come next week Wednesday, 22nd September.
Akinlosotu Ayomide put AAUA Luminaries in front 11 minutes into the game, but UNN Lions equalized through Chinegwu Obinna 11 minutes later.
Prior the game, UNN Lion and AAUA Luminaries coaches, Chijioke Ike and Abuo Joseph, assured fans of winning the 1st leg.
UNN Lions' Onukafor Destiny was awarded with the man of the match award.
This is the first HIFL semifinals for both university football teams, since its maiden edition.
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