Magic Stars have secured a place in the quarter-finals of the 75th edition of the Viareggio Cup after a resounding 5-0 win over Italy’s VIS Pesaro in the Round of 16 on Tuesday, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com.
The Lagos-based Nationwide League One (NLO) side continued their impressive run, extending their unbeaten streak to four matches while keeping three clean sheets in the competition.
Magic Stars’ Goalscorers
? Sesan Emmanuel (2) – Tournament’s second-top scorer (6 goals overall)
? Ebuka Adiele
? Shafiu Habibu
? Mba John Uchechukwu
Quarter-Final Clash Against Genoa
? Opponent: Genoa (defeated Serie D Representatives 6-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw)
? Venue: Lerici (SP) – Falconara / “Bibolini” Sports Field
? Kickoff: Thursday, 3 PM
Magic Stars will now aim to secure a semi-final spot as they take on Genoa, in what promises to be an intense knockout clash.
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