Spires 5-Aside: Wasola FC, Greater Tomorrow, The Crown FA Lead Top Quarter-finalists

The quarter-finalists for the 3rd edition of the Spires 5-Aside Naija Street Soccer Tournament have emerged following the conclusion of an entertaining group stage.

The sixteen Teams Tournament, which drew four teams in groups A, B, C, and D, respectively, have produced the top eight sides for the Quarter-finals phase.

The Crown FA finished top of Group A with 7 points, while Blood and Sand football club sealed the second spot with 6 points from three matches.

In Group B, Greater Tomorrow confirmed a 100% record with 9 points from three games. Badagry based side Chekas United secured second position with 6 points.

Wasola FC ran the show in Group C. They finished top with 9 point, while ASDI Academy defeated Emaljus FC on goals difference to claim second place after both sides tied on 4 points respectively.

The defending champions White Tigers secured the top spot in Group D with 7 points, and All Saints football club grabbed the second position with 6 points in three matches.

The quarter-finals are scheduled for Monday, 9th, and Tuesday, 10th November, at the Stables Sports Ground in Surulere.

The last eight teams will compete for over N10 million in prize money as well as other group and individual honors.

The initiator of the tournament, Dr. Bankole Allibay, who was present at the closing of the group stage, matches on Sunday, praised the teams for their discipline and commitment to professionalism.

” I am impressed with the level of commitment displayed by the respective teams, this tournament is for them, and I am happy they have resolved to own it passionately.”

” We look forward to the quarter-finals, semis, and the finals with even greater expectations.” Allibay added.

The tournament, which kicked off on Tuesday, October 27th, at the Stables Sports Ground in Surulere, will come to a close with a carnival like grand-finale on Saturday, 14th November.