Pillars lift Kano Fed Cup trophy

Kano Pillars emerged Kano State Federation Cup champions after thrashing Samba Kurna FC 5-1 in the final clash on Sunday at the Sani Abacha Stadium.

The premier league campaigner started the rout with Manir Ubale’s 3^rd minute goal before Nafiu Kabuga extended the lead in the 27th minute. Samba FC reduced the tally through Jorome David in the 45^th minute to end the first half of the encounter 2-1 in favour of Kano Pillars.

As the second half resumed, Sai Masu Gida scored a quick goal in the 47^th minute through Azeez Shobowale to subdue Samba FC firepower as they dominated possession.

Kano Pillars forward Gambo Mohammed who just returned from injury netted the fourth goal to confirm his full fitness. Nafiu Ibrahim completed the rout in the 78^th minute when he scored the fifth goal to nail the coffin of the Samba FC.

Pillars qualified for the final after beating a Nationwide side Ramcy United FC by 2-0 in a semi final match. Nafiu Bala Kabuga and Promise James 69 and 82 minutes goals were all Pillars needed to reach the final.

Samba Kurna FC defeated Kano Pillars Feeders in the second semi final.