A quality performance by Waheed Popoola inspired Prime Football Club to beat none league side, Christ Ambassador Football Club of Lagos, 2-1 in the Federation Cup Round of 64.
In the all-important Cup tie, Prime got the curtain raiser after 14 minutes with Waheed Popoola, setting up Damola Fakayode to slot the ball into the net.
Christ Ambassador rallied back to level the contest in the 23rd minute via penalty at the MKO Abiola Stadium Abeokuta.
Prime got the job done in the 44th minute as Christ Ambassador were unable to withstand the firepower of Prime midfield maestro Hakeem Olalere and Waheed Popoola attacking prowess.
It was a performance that was characterized by grit and defiance, and it was epitomized by enterprising Waheed Popoola, who set up Segun Eyitayo, for the winning goal.
The Church side, laboured in vain in search for the equalizer.
Prime will lock horn against J. Atete FC of Warri, who whitewashed Sunshine Stars 3-1 in the round of 32.
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