The University for Development Studies (UDS) has achieved a historic milestone by defeating Brazil’s Paulista University 2-1 to clinch the 2025 FISU University World Cup Football title.
The final, played on Sunday morning, brought together the Tamale-based side and the defending champions in a contest that fully matched its billing. Paulista struck first, using their experience to seize an early lead.
UDS, however, showed remarkable resilience. Though pressed for much of the game particularly in the second half the Ghanaian team fought to stay alive.
Their persistence was rewarded deep into stoppage time when they netted a dramatic equaliser to force extra time.
Both teams pushed relentlessly for victory in the added minutes, and with the match appearing destined for a penalty shootout, UDS delivered the decisive blow. A late corner kick was converted to seal a famous 2-1 win.
The triumph not only dethroned Paulista University but also marked a continental breakthrough, with UDS becoming the first African university ever to lift the FISU University World Cup trophy.
Source: DailyGuide Network
