Girls dominate in 7-0 football victory

St George's Primary girls and boys football teams faced off against International School Michel Lucius on Tuesday, 6 May. 

St George's girls gave an impressive demonstration of skill, determination and teamwork in their commanding 7-0 victory. The match started with an undeniable burst of energy from the girls, setting the tone for what would be a dominant performance.

Right from the kickoff, St George's showed their attacking intent. Stella and Liliana quickly made their mark, each finding the back of the net early in the game. Their goals gave the team a vital lead, which they maintained and expanded upon throughout the match. The early advantage proved to be a critical factor, allowing the girls to play with confidence and freedom.

Goalkeeper Matilde P was exceptional in goal, making multiple crucial saves that kept Michel Lucius at bay and allowed the team to focus on their offensive strategies. Her outstanding performance in goal provided a solid foundation for the team's attacking efforts.

St George's continued to press forward, with the offensive line working seamlessly together. Stella and Liliana led the charge with two goals each, showcasing their sharp shooting and relentless pursuit of victory. Cleo and Madalena also contributed with well-placed goals, sealing the impressive 7-0 scoreline.

Overall, it was a fantastic team effort that highlighted the girls' offensive prowess, defensive resilience and unwavering spirit.

St George's boys demonstrated resilience and fighting spirit despite the final scoreline. The match began with great promise as Rafael delivered an incredible strike early in the game, putting us ahead with an exceptional goal. This early lead boosted our confidence and set an attacking tone as we stormed out of the gates.

However, the momentum quickly shifted. Michel Lucius responded swiftly, scoring two goals within a matter of minutes, which turned the game around unexpectedly. Following these quick goals, Michel Lucius continued to press forward and the scoring cascade did not cease, with their relentless attack resulting in a total of six goals by the end of the match.

Throughout the game, our goalkeeper Aidan made several crucial saves to keep the scoreline from becoming even more lopsided. Additionally, outstanding defensive efforts from Andrea M played a vital role in limiting further damage and maintaining some stability at the back.

Despite the tough result, our boys showed commendable effort and sportsmanship. We extend our gratitude to everyone who participated and represented St George's with pride. 

– By Billy McDaniel, Sports Coordinator (Clubs)