Ikorodu City FC continued their fairytale run in the 2025 President Federation Cup with a 2-0 victory over Beyond Limits FA, sealing a place in the quarterfinals for the first time in their history. The Oga Boys stepped up their performance after the break at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, with second-half goals from captain Harrison Austin and forward Adelani Sola settling the contest.
After a cagey first half that saw both teams struggle to convert chances, Ikorodu City came alive thanks to key tactical changes. Midfield dynamo Waliu Ojetoye was forced off just before the break due to injury, prompting coach-led substitutions that introduced Adewale Adebayo and Ayo Cole to the midfield engine room.
The breakthrough came in the 53rd minute when Harrison Austin scored directly from a corner kick—a moment of brilliance that ignited the crowd. Moments later, Sola doubled the lead with a composed finish off an Emmanuel Solomon assist. From there, Ikorodu City controlled proceedings and won in style.
They now face NPFL side Wikki Tourists in the quarterfinals, with momentum and belief rising in their historic campaign.
Editorial
Ikorodu City’s rise in the Federation Cup is more than a run it’s a revelation. In a tournament famed for producing underdog glory, the Lagos-based club is scripting their own epic chapter, knocking out Beyond Limits with composure and flair.
Their win wasn’t just about goals; it was about adaptability. When Waliu Ojetoye went down, it could’ve derailed their rhythm. Instead, their substitutions brought fresh energy, and in the second half, they played like a team that believes anything is possible.
This is what makes cup football magical. Unknowns become heroes. Captains score wonder goals from corners. And small clubs dare to dream.
With Wikki Tourists ahead, the journey only gets tougher. But if the Oga Boys have proven anything, it’s that they don’t fear reputations they rewrite them.
Did You Know?
- Harrison Austin’s goal directly from a corner is his second of the season scored from a set-piece situation.
- Ikorodu City FC was founded in 2020 and currently competes in Nigeria’s second-tier league (NNL).
- Beyond Limits FA, their opponents, is the academy arm of NPFL side Remo Stars, known for developing young talent.
- This marks Ikorodu City's first-ever appearance in the President Federation Cup quarterfinal.
- The club’s nickname, "Oga Boys," pays homage to their Lagos roots and vibrant street football culture.
