Mountain of Fire Miracles (MFM) Basketball Club of Lagos defeated Customs of Abuja, 72-64, at the ongoing Zenith Bank Women’s Basketball Final 8 in Lagos.
The match was highly competitive, with both teams working hard to determine the final scoreline.
MFM took an early lead in the first quarter of the match, thanks to impressive ball displays and good teamwork.
They won the first and second quarters, 14-11 and 20-19, relying on their aggressive and energetic ball play.
The team looked sharper and smarter in both offensive and defensive play.
MFM came out stronger in the third and fourth quarters of the game. While Customs tried to fight back, they faced a very determined MFM side.
MFM’s coach, Ochuko Owolabi, expressed her happiness with the result and looked forward to playing in the semifinals.
“It’s a good result; we worked hard for it and deserve the win. We move on to the crucial stage where maximum concentration is key,” Owolabi said.
Abdulraman Mohammed, the Head Coach of Customs, also stated that his team faced tough opposition and was unable to raise their game.
“We played against a better team today. A team that is good and very organized. We just have to put that behind us now and focus on the next match,” Mohammed said.
In other matches, First Bank of Lagos beat Bayelsa Blue Whales, 57-32, while Royal Aceso Abuja thrashed city rivals Titans of Abuja, 63-52.
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