By Saheed Afolabi
Tripple 44 started the Lagos Supremacy Cup with a 2-2 draw against Imperial at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan on Tuesday.
There were victories for Mavlon, Broad City and 36 Lion as the competition got under way in front of enthusiastic fans, who were treated to plenty of action on day one.
Joel Ashuku bagged a brace for Imperial in the thriller against the Ibadan based outfit. Rahmon Olawale and Ifeoluwa Adewale netted in the colours of Tripple 44.
Dosu Joseph Football Club forced Ikorodu City to a 1-1 draw.
The game didn’t open up until the last 10 minutes. Olowu Seun cancelled out Al Ameen’s curtain raiser.
Mavlon had too much quality for Dino SC, as they won 2-1.
Charles Agada showcased his quality with the first blood. Hassan Agbede equalised for Dino.
Imrana Mohammed hit Dino SC with a late heartbreaker.
Broad City beat Corinthians 2-1 in the fourth match of the day.
Isa Muhammed played the poacher role superbly as he helped 36 Lion pip FC Bethel 1-0.
Meanwhile, DN10 played out a 1-1 against SGFC Athletics.
Action continues at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Wednesday with six games taking place.
Day 1 Results
Tripple 44 2-2 Imperial
Ikorodu City 1-1 Dosu Joseph Football Club
Mavlon 2-1 Dino SC
Corinthians 1-2 Broad City
FC Bethel 0-1 36 Lion
DN10 1-1 SGFC Athletics