Porters FC Crowned 2026 UBTH Super Cup Champions.
Porters FC on Friday, November 13th, 2026, won the 2026 University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) Super Cup after defeating the Anesthesia Department in a closely contested match.
The fixture featured the winners of the UBTH Interschool Departmental Tournament (Provost Cup) and the 2026 Interdepartmental/Interprofessional Games competing for the ultimate title.
Ikechukwu Kelechi (jersey number 15) scored the game’s only goal in the ninth minute for Porters FC, securing the victory despite persistent pressure from the Anaesthesia team.
Mr. Jerry Osumili of the Anaesthesia Department received the Player of the Match award following an impressive performance as goalkeeper.
The event was attended by UBTH Chief Medical Director Prof. (Mrs.) Idia Nibokun Ize Iyamu represented by the Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC) Dr. Emmanuel Osaigbovo alongside other hospital management members.
Sports enthusiasts present at the match include the chairman of the Edo State Football Association, Mr Fred Newton, and other distinguished members of the UBTH community.
With the final whistle, Porters FC were crowned champions of the 2026 UBTH Super Cup, bringing the special contest between the two competition winners to a close.
The competition was organised by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the UBTH CMD Unity Cup, led by Dr Philip Ogodi, as part of the UBTHCARES mandate to promote sporting excellence, healthy competition and camaraderie within the hospital community.