Boca FC wins Garissa Eid ul-Adha Cup Tournament
Boca scored 5-4 against Classic in a penalty shootout in the Eid tournament sponsored by Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale.
The Boca Football Club from Waberi Ward in Garissa trounced Classic FC of Galbet Ward on Sunday afternoon to win the Eid ul-Adha Cup Tournament held at the Garissa Primary School playground.
Boca edged Classic FC 5-4 on post against Classic in a penalty shootout in the Eid tournament sponsored by Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale.
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Garissa Township MP Dekow Barrow interacts with participants in the Eid ul-Adha Cup Tournament at the Garissa Primary School playground on June 17, 2024. (Photo: Issa Hussein/EV)
The match ended in a penalty shootout after the two teams scored a 1-1 draw.
The winners were awarded a trophy and cash prize by the chief guest, Garissa Township MP Dekow Barrow, who praised all the participating clubs and encouraged the youth to develop their skills in the game.
"Let us help our fellow youth who were absorbed into drug abuse and help them join local football clubs to nurture their talents and gain physical health," said the MP.
He further promised to empower the local football clubs, noting that several were taking part in a series of tournaments in the area.
Referees are pictured at the Garissa Primary School playground on June 17, 2024, during the Eid ul-Adha Cup Tournament that saw Boca FC defeat Classic FC 5-4 on post-match penalties. (Photo: Issa Hussein/EV)
Noordin Bedel, the Football Kenya Federation's Garissa County league and competition coordinator, thanked the sponsors and called on local leaders and the business community to support tournaments.
"We need sponsors to support locals who have embraced the game of football instead of engaging in harmful practices," Noordin said.
He noted that the number of football clubs in Garissa was increasing, as many were willing to exploit their passion and potential.
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