First Leg: Akanu Ibiam Stadium, UNN, Nsukka | Oct. 31st, 3 PM
Second Leg: Unilorin Stadium, Ilorin | Nov. 7th, 3 PM
UNILORIN, the unbeaten giants of Group B have impressed with their balanced approach. The side has blended defense with well worked attacking moves. They recorded victories over PAAU and ABU and their defensive discipline was on display in the goalless draw against JOSTUM which secured their place at the top of the group.
UNN, however are no strangers to high-stakes matches. Dominating Group A alongside OAU, UNN brings a physically robust and attack-minded team. Their path to the semi-finals was paved with convincing performances and they’ll look to exploit any gaps in UNILORIN’s backline especially with the talented duo of Onyedikachi Ralu, the team’s skipper and explosive striker, Chieze Henry who scored 3 goals in the group stages.
Known for their relentless pressing, UNN will try to unsettle UNILORIN early especially in front of their home crowd in Nsukka. This matchup has all the ingredients of a thriller, as UNILORIN’s patience and tactical acumen will be tested against UNN’s high intensity and counterattacking football. The first leg in Nsukka will be pivotal. UNN’s aim will be to secure a solid first leg win, for UNILORIN, they will seek to get a decent result away from home in the first leg.