Rovers FC Defeat Heartland FC on Penalties to Win 2nd Edition of Pre-Season Tournament in Owerri

By Akpo Esco

Goalkeeper Adamu saved 3 penalties in the dramatic 1–4 penalty shootout victory_

It was pure football magic in Owerri as Calabar Rovers FC lit up the Dan Anyiam Stadium in a thrilling pre-season encounter against Heartland FC. 

The intensity, passion, and tactical brilliance on display kept fans on their feet from start to finish. 

The match ended 1–1 in regulation time, with Imbush Jr. finding the back of the net for Rovers FC in the second half. Both teams showed class and determination, but the real drama unfolded during the penalty shootout.

Rovers FC held their nerves and triumphed 1–4 on penalties to emerge champions of the 2nd edition of the competition.

Star of the moment, goalkeeper Adamu, was the hero of the night — saving three penalties to secure the victory and send Rovers fans into wild celebration.