Pyramids FC secure big win over Rivers United in Uyo
Pyramids FC delivered a dominant performance to defeat Rivers United 4ā1 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The Egyptian side overcame an early setback to secure their place at the top of Group A in the CAF Champions League. Stephen Manu gave Rivers United an early lead, but goals from Mostafa Fathi, Marwan Hamdi, Awda Al-Fakhoury, and Nasser Maher sealed the comeback. Rivers United, led by Finidi George, remain at the bottom of the group and have been eliminated from the competition.
Match highlights
- Stephen Manu scored in the 33rd minute to put Rivers United ahead with a long-range strike.
- Mostafa Fathi equalized for Pyramids FC in the 53rd minute after a pass from Mostafa Zico.
- Marwan Hamdi converted a penalty in the 77th minute to give Pyramids the lead.
- Substitute Awda Al-Fakhoury scored his first goal for Pyramids in the 88th minute, followed by a stoppage-time goal from Nasser Maher.
- The win confirms Pyramids FCās place in the quarter-finals, while Rivers United are eliminated with just one point from the group stage.
