Federation Cup: Maidubji hails teammates after Barau FC’s maiden state Cup win
Sport Federation Cup: Maidubji hails teammates after Barau FC’s maiden state Cup win Published on April 28, 2026 By Taiwo Adesanya googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Barau FC captain, Usman Maidubji has expressed satisfaction with his team’s victory against Bichi First FC in the final of the Kano State Federation Cup. The Maliya Boys beat Bichi First 3-2 in a keenly contested encounter at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Monday. Barau FC won the title for the first time in their history. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Maidubji commended his teammates for their patience and bravery in the game. “We are very happy to win this trophy for the first time,” Maidubji told the club’s media. “We stayed patient and brave and when the moment came, we took it.” Barau FC, alongside runners-up, Bichi First FC will represent Kano State in the 2026 President Federation Cup. Don't Miss NWFL: Robo Queens ready for Osun Babes showdown You may like Barau FC clinch maiden Kano State Federation Cup title Akwa United beat Godswill Akpabio FC in state Federation Cup final Federation Cup: Beyond Limits retain Ogun State title NPFL: Kwara United get midfielder’s boost ahead crucial Barau FC clash NPFL: Barau FC terminate Yahaya Suleiman’s contract NPFL: Ilechukwu commends players despite Rangers’ draw with Barau FC