Sunshine Stars battle Kwara United in Gold Cup final

Sunshine Stars will battle Kwara United in the final of the 2018 edition of Gold Cup Pre-season Tourney on Saturday in Akure.

Ayo Ojo was the hero for Sunshine Stars when he saved two penalties as the Owena Waves defeated Remo Stars 3-2 on penalties, after the two sides played 1-1 in regulation time in the semi final clash which was decided at the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure on Thursday.

Sunshine Stars midfielder Omaka Anthony gave the Kabiru Dogo tutored side the lead in the 9th minute, scoring a fabulous free kick from 25yards.

Remo Stars responded well after the goal, dominating with impressive counter play.

Their efforts were rewarded eleven minutes later as Edoka Owochio scored from a goal mouth scramble in the 20th minute to equalize for his team.

The game was then forced to penalties kicks after the game ended 1-1.

Ayo Ojo proved why Dogo introduced him in added time as he saved the first and forth penalty kicks taken by Remo Stars.

The Ondo State Sports Complex will host the final on Saturday November 24, 2018.