The 2026 Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup continued on Wednesday with another round of action-packed fixtures. FC Agali and FC Akanni secured crucial first-leg victories, while FC Odini and FC Ikpeba delivered an entertaining draw, Naija Footy reports.
The day’s most gripping encounter unfolded at Alade Stadium, where FC Odini and FC Ikpeba battled to a dramatic 2-2 draw. FC Odini got off to a dream start, scoring within the opening minute, but FC Ikpeba quickly leveled the game with a well-placed header, ensuring an evenly contested match. In the second half, FC Odini regained the lead, only to see their hopes dashed by a late equalizer that leaves both teams with everything to fight for in the return leg.
Meanwhile, in Badagry, FC Agali delivered one of the round’s standout performances with a commanding 3-1 win over FC Oloyede. A sharp attacking display, spearheaded by Matthew Idowu’s brace and Solomon Joseph’s goal, put FC Agali firmly in control of the tie. Although FC Oloyede managed to pull one back, FC Agali held their ground to secure a comfortable two-goal cushion heading into the second leg.
Over at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, FC Akanni edged past FC Dominic with a narrow 1-0 victory. Goalkeeper Hameed Balogun’s first-half penalty save proved pivotal, while substitute Boluwatife Iwaojuku rose to the occasion with a late strike to seal the win. The result gives FC Akanni a slight but meaningful advantage as the Lagos State Football Association-hosted tournament progresses.
