Elite 7 Spartans 3

Some brilliant patches of attacking futsal from both teams, I say patches because both teams are so well trained on defence that it takes something special to break them down.  From a coaches perspective I was delighted that Spartans was able to switch between a deep defence and a full ‘press’ at any time the signal was given.  Another Spartans’ bonus was Jack Goodhand stepping up into YMCA trouble position – goal keeper.  His distribution was a catalyst for Spartans goals. Difference between the teams, Elite made less unforced errors, probably aided by having three fresh faces on the bench.  Elite have to be commended on the teams finishing off half chances.

Red Dragons 3 Fusion 4

For the second week running Fusion found them 0-3. Yet again they dug themselves out of trouble, clawing goal after goal back to lead 4-3 with time left for Dragons to recover.  Like good Dragons ‘they huffed and they puffed’ but to no avail. Both teams played with contrasting styles, Fusion playing a neat passing game whatever the game score, Dragon’s playing long from the back to a dangerous front two charged with getting the ball down in dangerous areas.

Leon.........pass of the night!

Futsal Panthers 3 Lions Pride 1

Lions did everything they could to deny Panthers vital championship points. Half time Panthers was 2-0, the score does not tell the reader Lions Pride had hit the post twice and made, but importantly, not taken as many chances as Panthers.  The second period Lions’ was pegged back by the Panthers, who defended to a man, unfortunately their main weapon, counter attack, lessened as the clock moved on. Panthers moved to 3-0 when Lions Pride new signing scored a pile driver free kick to give them hope.

Referee J Mawer ...............3 great game!