Defending champions Beyond Limits have kicked off their Optima Energy Gold Cup campaign on a strong note, with a brace from Kparobo Arierhi and a goal from Chukwudi Isaac leading them to a 3-0 victory over ASVO FC of Benin.
After a beautiful exchange of passes and quality attacking football from both teams, the first half seemed destined to end in a draw. However, Beyond Limits picked up where they left off in the 2023 final against Ijebu United.
Kparobo Arierhi showcased his brilliance with his shooting skills, putting Beyond Limits in front with a superb solo strike that beat ASVO FC’s goalkeeper into the bottom right corner of the goal for a 1-0 lead.
Six minutes later, Beyond Limits extended their lead to two goals as Chukwudi Isaac capitalized on a sublime assist from Kparobo Arierhi to score.
As ASVO FC pressed hard for their debut goal in the Optima Energy Gold Cup at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, the Benin club was punished again in the 67th minute.
Kparobo Arierhi added the finishing touch for Beyond Limits, scoring his second goal with a smooth finish from an assist by Taiwo Cole.
After Group A Matchday 1, Ikenne-based Beyond Limits sits atop the standings with 3 points and a +3 goal difference, followed by KASAM with 3 points and a +1 goal difference.
Ijebu United and ASVO FC are placed at the bottom of the standings with no points each.
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