The 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) kicked off on Monday with thrilling action at Filin Sukuwa, Sani Abacha Bye-Pass, Birnin Kebbi. Kada BSC, Jigawa Golden Star BSC, and Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors emerged victorious in their opening matches.

Match Highlights

Kada BSC 10-2 Kebbi United BSC

The league opener saw 2022 champions Kada BSC dominate Kebbi United BSC with a commanding 10-2 victory.

Mamman James and Dozie Frank put Kada BSC ahead early before Abba Aliyu pulled one back for Kebbi United. However, Kada regained control with Tanko Emmanuel restoring their two-goal cushion.

 

By the third period, Kada had extended their lead to 8-1, thanks to goals from Emmanuel (brace), Hamza Abubakar, Sani Jibrin, and James. Isyaka Atiku scored Kebbi United’s second goal, but Nura Bello and Frank sealed a resounding win for Kada BSC.

Jigawa Golden Star BSC 4-3 Niger BSC

In a tightly contested evening match, Jigawa Golden Star BSC edged past returning side Niger BSC with a 4-3 victory.

Sodiq Balogun, Hamza Bagudu, Yahaya Kamilu, and Shamsi Dahiru were on target for Jigawa, while Niger BSC’s goals came from Abdullahi Atiye, Abdulazeez Manu, and Abdulazeez Nuhu.

Ibom BSC 4(3)-4(4) Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors (Penalties)

The final match of the opening day ended in a dramatic 4-4 draw between Ibom BSC and Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors, forcing extra time and penalties.

Stanley Ekwo (brace), Chinweze Gabriel, and Emeka Ogbonna scored for Anambra, while Ibom BSC responded through Uwana Aniete (brace), Uyo Aniefiok, and Efiong Eyo.

Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors clinched the win with a 4-3 victory in the penalty shootout, securing a crucial point.