The National League witnessed a goal bonanza over the weekend, with a total of 42 goals scored across various matches.
Leading the charge in the goal fest was Virgin Gorda United, marking their return to action after a two-month hiatus with a commanding 16-0 victory over Positive FC. The match, played in front of their home crowd at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground, showcased Virgin Gorda United’s dominance as they secured their seventh consecutive win of the season.
Marvin Browne set the tone early, opening the scoring in just the second minute, eventually securing a brace. The goals continued to flow at regular intervals, with Jaadon Quashie scoring four goals, Adrian Padilla netting five, and Bernard Cumberbatch completing a hat trick. Ikyjah Williams also found the net, while Positive’s woes were compounded by two red cards and an own goal.
Manager Jermain Abrams expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance, emphasizing their ability to maintain possession, control the game, and adapt to in-game adjustments despite facing a determined opponent.
Meanwhile, Wolues FC asserted their dominance with a resounding 14-0 victory against Old Madrid FC, bringing their season goal tally to sixty-nine, just one ahead of Virgin Gorda United. Phil Nelson, a Wolues player, highlighted the team’s comfortable victory and expressed optimism about their upcoming matches, aiming to build momentum for the remainder of the season.
In individual performances, Hugo Costa Liziario’s four-goal haul propelled him to the top of the goals-scored table, joining Bishon Edwards with twenty goals each.
Lion Hearts’ 10-0 win over Panthers FC, with Edwards contributing five goals, further solidified their position in contention for the post-season cup competition.
Elsewhere, league leaders Islanders FC secured their ninth consecutive win with a 2-0 victory over One Love FC, with both Antonio Rodney and Roger Noel finding the net. Coach Fitzroy Daley praised his team’s cohesive performance, highlighting their tactical adjustments and dominance in possession.
