Nasarawa United captain King Osanga has lamented the team’s exit from the President Federation Cup, NEWSUNPLUG reports.
The Solid Miners lost 4-2 on penalities to Ikorodu City in their semi-final encounter at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City on Wednesday
The two teams battled to a 1-1 draw in regulation time.
Ayoola Ibrahim gave Ikorodu City the lead in the 11th minute, while Bright Amadi restored parity for Mbwas Mangut’s side four minutes before the break.
Osanga couldn’t hide his disappointment after his team’s elimination from the competition.
“This truly hurts, no doubts. We wanted to bring a trophy home for our great supporters and fans, but look at the journey” Osanga told the club’s media.
“We have grown, we have competed with the best, and we have built something here.
“Everyone is hurt, but we have to put the pains of this behind us and rebuild ahead of next season.”