The curtains came down on the Abedi Festive Cup 2025/2026 in emphatic fashion on Thursday, 1st January 2026, as Abongorwot FC produced a dominant performance to defeat Omer FC 3–0 in the grand final, sealing their place as deserved champions of the prestigious community tournament.
Played in a festive atmosphere filled with excitement, colour, and passion, the final lived up to expectations as Abongorwot FC showcased tactical discipline, attacking sharpness, and defensive solidity from start to finish. Their authority on the pitch left little room for doubt as they controlled possession, dictated the tempo, and punished their opponents with clinical finishing.
The star of the day was undoubtedly Otim Moses Palmer, who delivered a match-winning performance by scoring two well-taken goals. His movement, composure, and eye for goal troubled the Omer FC defense throughout the match, earning him loud applause from the fans. The victory was capped off by Ocen Daniel Dante, who calmly slotted home the third goal to put the result beyond reach and ignite celebrations among Abongorwot supporters.
Tournament Glory and Team Awards
For their outstanding achievement, Abongorwot FC walked away with the champions’ prize of 1,000,000/=, along with a glittering trophy and gold medals. Despite falling short in the final, Omer FC were rewarded for their impressive run with 500,000/= and silver medals as 1st runners-up.
The 2nd runners-up received 300,000/=, while the 3rd runners-up took home 100,000/=, reflecting the tournament’s commitment to rewarding excellence and participation across all levels.
Individual Brilliance Recognised
Beyond team success, the Abedi Festive Cup also celebrated individual excellence. Otim Moses Palmer (Abongorwot FC) had a tournament to remember, being crowned both Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Top Scorer, earning 30,000/= for each accolade. His influence and consistency were central to Abongorwot FC’s title charge.
On the touchline, Byamukama Goddy of Omer FC was named Best Coach, a testament to his tactical acumen and leadership that guided his team to the final. Black Shark FC earned praise for fair play and discipline, taking home the Most Disciplined Team award worth 100,000/=.
Between the posts, Odongo Rafael (Omer FC) stood out with a series of outstanding saves throughout the tournament, earning him the Best Goalkeeper award. The future of the game was also highlighted as Obaa Willy Jacob (Big Talent FC) received recognition as the Best Youngest Player, signaling a bright career ahead.
Abedi Festive Cup Best XI
The tournament’s Best XI, each earning 10,000/=, reflected the depth of talent on display:
1. Odongo Rafael – Omer FC
2. Okuku Chrispus – Omer FC
3. Calvin Okwir – Omer FC
4. Joshua Otiti – Te-Opok FC
5. Emmanuel Obote – Abongorwot FC
6. Allan Ongo – Te-Opok FC
7. Otim Moses Palmer – Abongorwot FC
8. Howard – Big Talent FC
9. Victor Odyek – Anyige FC
10. Bonny Abil – Omer FC
11. Ocen Daniel Dante – Abongorwot FC
Coach: Byamukama Goddy
A Celebration of Community Football
The Abedi Festive Cup once again proved to be more than just a football competition, it was a celebration of unity, talent, and community spirit. From thrilling matches to emerging stars and passionate fan support, the 2025/2026 edition will be remembered as one of the most competitive and well-organized tournaments in recent years.
As Abongorwot FC lift the trophy and etch their name into the tournament’s history, attention now turns to the future, with fans and teams already anticipating an even bigger and better Abedi Festive Cup next season.
