MD8: Umar Solihu’s penalty earns Surprise narrow victory over Koller

Surprise FA secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Koller FA in their latest 2026 Kwara Kiddies League fixture, with Umar Solihu’s second-half penalty proving the difference between the two sides.

After a closely contested first half that ended goalless, both teams returned from the break determined to break the deadlock.

Surprise FA were awarded a penalty shortly after the restart, and Umar Solihu stepped up to calmly convert from the spot in the 47th minute, giving his side a crucial lead.

Koller FA responded positively and pushed forward in search of an equaliser, creating several promising attacking moves.

However, Surprise FA’s disciplined defensive display and resilient goalkeeping ensured they maintained their slender advantage until the final whistle.

The victory earned Surprise FA a valuable three points, with Solihu’s composed penalty proving decisive in a tightly contested encounter.

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