Match Report - IHIE - 10 Jan 2026
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YOUNG EST STARS 3
IHIE 2
🏆 Competition
Home friendly match
📅 When
Saturday, 10 January 2026
📍 Venue
Aba (Home)
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Match Report
Young Est Stars Edge Ihie 3-2 in Thrilling Aba Friendly
On 10 January 2026, Young Est Stars hosted Ihie at their home ground in Aba for a 9-a-side friendly match, kicking off at 4:00pm. The encounter ended in a narrow 3-2 victory for Young Est Stars after a pulsating 90 minutes of football.
Young Est Stars lined up in a 3-3-2 formation, deploying three defenders at the back with Raphael on the right, Foden centrally, and Jude on the left. The midfield trio consisted of Frank operating on the right, Benson John in the centre, and IK on the left, tasked with both defensive duties and linking play forward. Up front, Big Frank took up the right forward role while Micheal led the line on the left, expected to spearhead attacks and create scoring opportunities. The goalkeeper’s identity remains unknown, as do two other players whose positions were not specified. No substitutes were named for this fixture.
The first half unfolded with both sides probing cautiously, but it was Young Est Stars who managed to assert themselves more effectively in midfield, largely thanks to Benson John’s commanding presence. The match reached the halfway mark with the scoreline still delicately poised, as indicated by the half-time whistle at 45 minutes.
Throughout the game, Raphael and Jude provided solidity on the flanks of the defence, while Foden marshalled the central defensive area with composure. Frank and IK worked tirelessly on the wings, supporting both defence and attack, while Benson John’s central midfield role was pivotal in controlling the tempo and distributing the ball efficiently. Up front, Big Frank and Micheal combined to stretch Ihie’s backline and create chances, ultimately proving decisive in the final outcome.
Despite the absence of detailed minute-by-minute events, it is clear that Young Est Stars’ tactical setup and individual performances, particularly from Benson John who was named Player of the Match, were instrumental in securing the win. The narrow 3-2 scoreline reflects a competitive encounter where both teams showed attacking intent, but Young Est Stars’ cohesion and midfield dominance made the difference.
In summary, Young Est Stars demonstrated resilience and tactical discipline in their 3-3-2 formation to overcome Ihie in this friendly fixture at Aba, setting a positive tone for their upcoming
