Nasarawa Amazons captain expresses disappointment after President Federation Cup defeat

Nasarawa Amazons captain Josephine Mathias has described her team’s defeat to Rivers Angels in the final of Nigeria’s President Federation Cup as painful.

“We began the game on fire, got two quick goals, controlled the game for a larger part of the game but lost it at the dying moments.”

The Solid Babes midfielder also apologized to the governor of Nasarawa State as well as the passionate fans of Nasarawa Amazons, adding that they will keep on fighting for the badge.

“There is no word to use to describe the loss than to say it was a painful pill to swallow and I will love to apologize to our loving Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule for his love and care, fans for defying the odds to come and throw their support and also the great People of Nasarawa State. We will keep fighting and we will continue to defend the badge that has given us so much.”

Nasarawa Amazons broke into an early lead with a quick brace from Olushola Shobowale before Taiwo Ajibade and Taiwo Afolabi restored order for Rivers Angels to push the game to penalty shootouts.

Esther Adesoji and Ayatsea Hembafan both failed to convert from 12 yards as Rivers Angels defended their trophy to claim a 10th President Federation Cup.