Zobgeli secured their place in the semi-finals of the All Star Festival Community Football Gala after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sagnarigu in a thrilling quarter-final clash on Tuesday, June 4, at the Tamale Stadium Annex.
Baba Haruna emerged as the hero for Zobgeli, stepping up with the all-important goal that sealed their progression to the next stage of the competition. His clinical strike proved to be the difference in a closely contested match, leaving Sagnarigu’s dream run in the Gala halted.
“This win means everything to the Zobgeli community,” said Baba Haruna, the match-winner. “We’ve been working hard throughout the Gala, and to score the goal that takes us to the semi-finals is an incredible feeling”.
Zobgeli now has the distinction of being the first community team to book their spot in the semi-finals. They’ll eagerly await their opponents, who will emerge from the remaining quarter-final fixtures.
The atmosphere at the Tamale Stadium Annex was electric as passionate supporters from both communities cheered on their teams.
This win is sure to ignite further excitement within the Zobgeli community, who will be hoping their team can continue their journey and claim the ultimate prize in the All Star Festival.
With more quarter-final matches to come, the race for the remaining semi-final spots is wide open.
The All Star Festival continues to showcase the raw talent and unwavering passion that exists within Tamale’s communities. Stay tuned to see which teams will join Zobgeli in the battle for the championship title.