Asaba Super Cup | 17 January 2026
Result: Ughelli Rovers 0–1 Sporting FC Warri
Ughelli Rovers’ journey in the 2026 Asaba Super Cup began with a hard-fought but narrow 1–0 defeat in their opening fixture on January 17. Competing with a largely new squad, the Rovers showed flashes of promise despite falling short on the scoreline.
The match was keenly contested, with both sides maintaining a disciplined shape in the early exchanges. Ughelli Rovers worked hard to settle into the game, but a moment of hesitation proved costly as the opposition found the breakthrough.
Despite conceding, the Rovers responded with improved organization and commitment, creating opportunities and pushing for an equaliser until the final whistle. While the result did not go their way, the performance offered encouraging signs of a team beginning to understand itself in a competitive environment.
