FC Nania eliminate Accra Lions on penalties to reach FA Cup round of 16

FC Nania have booked their spot in the round of 16 of the MTN FA Cup after defeating Accra Lions 5-3 on penalties.

The match ended 0-0 after regular time, forcing the teams to settle the tie via spot kicks.

Nania FC's victory over Accra Lions marks their second consecutive season of eliminating a Premier League side in the FA Cup. Last season, they notably knocked out Hearts of Oak and Great Olympics, showcasing their ability to compete against top-tier teams.

The match was a tightly contested affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities but failing to find the back of the net. The 0-0 stalemate after 90 minutes meant that the winner would be decided by penalties.

FC Nania held their nerve in the shootout, converting five of their spot kicks to Accra Lions' three. The win sees Nania FC advance to the round of 16, where they will face a new challenge in their bid to lift the FA Cup trophy.

With this win, FC Nania continue their impressive run in the competition and will look to build on this momentum as they advance to the next round.