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2024 ValueJet Preseason Tournament: Shooting Stars lose first match to Al-Merrikh

Posted : 26 July 2024

Sudanese giants Al-Merrikh have commenced their ValueJet Preseason Tournament campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the defending champions, Shooting Stars FC of Ibadan. The match, which took place at the Ikenne Stadium in Ogun State, Nigeria, was a tightly contested encounter, showcasing both teams' determination and skill.


From the kickoff, both Al-Merrikh and Shooting Stars exhibited their tactical prowess, creating several chances but failing to capitalize on them in the early stages. The game saw end-to-end action, with both teams probing for weaknesses in their opponent's defense. Despite the intense competition, neither side was able to break the deadlock in the first half.


As the second half progressed, the pressure mounted for both teams, and it seemed that the match would end in a stalemate. However, in the 77th minute, Al-Merrikh's Mutaz Hashim delivered a decisive blow with a well-placed shot that beat the Shooting Stars' goalkeeper. This crucial goal turned out to be the game-winner and underscored Hashim's importance to his team.


With this victory, Al-Merrikh has established itself as a strong contender in the tournament, taking an early lead in Group A with three points. Their win puts them at the top of the group standings, ahead of Shooting Stars and Ikorodu City FC, who played to a 1-1 draw in their match.


The result means that Al-Merrikh will be looking to build on their momentum in their upcoming match against Ikorodu City FC. Securing another win would not only strengthen their position in the group but also bring them closer to securing a spot in the semifinals.


For Shooting Stars FC, the loss marks a challenging start to their title defense. They will need to regroup and strategize effectively for their remaining fixtures to ensure they remain in contention for a place in the knockout stages.


Overall, the tournament has started with high excitement and competitive matches, promising an exhilarating journey as teams vie for supremacy in the ValueJet Preseason Tournament.

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