Mateco FA 4 vs 1 L & B Fc U-13

Mateco FA welcomed L & B Fc U-13 to Isinigbo Community High School, Akure, on 4 October 2025 for a friendly 11-a-side encounter that kicked off at 2:00pm. The home side delivered a commanding performance to secure a 4-1 victory after 90 minutes of football, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.

Mateco FA lined up in a classic 4-4-2 formation, deploying Suberu Mutari in goal to marshal the defence. The back four consisted of Onibudo Babatunde at right back, A. Samuel and Ofeh Joshua as central defenders, and Joy Godpeace covering the left flank. In midfield, Adeboboye Pelumi operated on the right wing, Olowo Isreal and Ali Abdulrouf held the central midfield roles, while Aderibigbe Demilade took up the left midfield position. Up front, the strike partnership featured Momoh Abubakar on the right and Ali Abdulhakeem on the left. This setup was designed to balance defensive cover with wide attacking options, expecting the midfield to link play effectively and the forwards to capitalise on chances created. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The first half saw Mateco FA impose their rhythm early on, utilising the width provided by Pelumi and Demilade to stretch L & B Fc U-13’s defence. The home side’s midfield duo, Olowo and Abdulrouf, controlled the central areas, feeding the forwards with incisive passes. The defensive line remained disciplined, limiting the visitors’ opportunities. By the time the referee blew for half time at the 45-minute mark, Mateco FA had established a clear advantage on the scoreboard.

In the second half, Mateco FA continued to dominate proceedings. The right midfielder, Adeboboye Pelumi, was particularly influential, driving forward with pace and delivering dangerous crosses into the box. His efforts were rewarded as he was named Player of the Match for his outstanding contribution. The forwards, Abubakar and Abdulhakeem, combined well to convert chances, with the home side netting three more goals after the break to seal a comprehensive 4-1 victory.

Defensively, the central pairing of Samuel and Joshua were resolute, thwarting L & B Fc U-13’s attempts to break through. Full-backs Babatunde and Godpeace supported both defence and attack, maintaining balance on the flanks. Goalkeeper Mutari was rarely troubled but remained alert to any threats, ensuring Mateco FA’s clean sheet was only breached once.

Overall, Mateco FA’s tactical discipline and clinical finishing were the defining factors in this friendly encounter. Their 4-4-2 formation allowed them to control the midfield and exploit wide areas effectively, resulting in a well-deserved win on home soil.