36 Lion FC and SGFC Athletics have booked their places in the Jagaban Cup final after an intense round of group-stage matches on Wednesday at the Legacy Pitch, Surulere. According to tournament rules, the top team from each group advances to the final, while Ikorodu City and Ijebu United will battle for third place.

Match Recap:

• Ijebu United 3-2 Dino SC
  Ijebu United edged past Dino SC in a five-goal thriller. Dino SC took an early lead through Agbede Hassan, who capitalized on a defensive error. Ijebu United responded with a penalty converted by Onyemaechi Uchechukwu, but Hassan restored Dino’s lead with a stunning long-range strike. Ekeh Emenike equalized before Onyemaechi’s deflected shot secured victory.

• SGFC Athletics 1-0 Imperial FC
  SGFC Athletics clinched their final spot with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Imperial FC. Despite several missed chances from both teams, Joseph Emmanuel’s thunderous strike in the 55th minute proved to be the decider.

• 36 Lion FC 1-1 Bethel FC
  In a dramatic contest, 36 Lion FC came from behind to secure a draw and advance. Bethel FC struck first just before halftime when Caleb Okereke capitalized on a rebound. However, 36 Lion’s Lawal Oluwaseun produced a moment of brilliance, scoring a stylish backheel goal to earn his team a place in the final.Ikorodu City 3-1 Broad City

• Ikorodu City wrapped up the day with a commanding 3-1 victory over Broad City. Dagogo Ibifubara opened the scoring with a composed finish, then doubled the lead with a stunning free kick. Sanusi Hanif pulled one back for Broad City, but Musa Malik sealed the win with a clinical strike.

Day 3 Results:
✅ Ijebu United 3-2 Dino SC
✅ SGFC Athletics 1-0 Imperial FC
✅ 36 Lion FC 1-1 Bethel FC
✅ Ikorodu City 3-1 Broad City