Tonic FC Emerge Champions of 1XCup 2026, Claim N10m Star Prize
Debutants Tonic FC of Ikorodu emerged champions of the 1XCup 2026 at the weekend, cruising over Young Strikers of Lagos Island 4-2 on penalty shootouts. Regulation and added time had ended
Debutant team Tonic FC of Ikorodu claimed the title of 1XCup 2026 champions, defeating Young Strikers of Lagos Island 4-2 on penalty shootouts. Both teams played to a goalless draw in regulation time and added time. Tonic's goalkeeper played a crucial role by saving two penalty kicks for Young Strikers. Although Young Strikers were the better team, their poor finishing resulted in them receiving a consolation N5million prize.
Tonic's victory marked a successful knockout campaign, including a 2–1 win over Joy Cometh FC and a 2–1 triumph over JP Young Stars in the semi-finals. Odion Ighalo, a former Nigeria and Manchester United forward, praised the tournament for its support in discovering Nigeria's future football stars and urged for improved infrastructure and support for football and sports.
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