Stella clinches first win in soccer league

PARADISE – The Newcastle Social Soccer League (NSSL) continued on Sunday with an action packed game.

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Stella FC played against Dynamos, which has been an unstoppable force in its last few matches.

As Stella FC has not yet put any points on the log, it was important to win the match.

However, Dynamos came on the field with a fiery attack and left Stella fighting for survival.

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Dynamos quickly discovered it was not going to score as easily as anticipated, as Stella put on an excellent defence.

Dynamos eventually secured a goal shortly before the end of the first half and hoped to increase the lead in the second half. Alas, this was not to be, as Stella came back with a vengeance and defeated Dynamos 3 -1.

Al-Ahly then faced off with Fairleigh Sparta.

The game proved to be a tight match, as both teams went for the win.

Players put on an incredible show, and at one stage, they dreaded the match would end in a draw, but Sparta kicked their way to victory by beating Al-Ahly 4-1.

On Sunday, July 24. Fairleigh Sparta will play against Shining Stars at 1pm, while Stella will take on Newcastle Legends at the same time. At 3pm, Madrid will compete against Dynamos, while Siyahlala will play Al-Ahly.

At 6pm on Thursday night, July 21, Al-Ahly will play Siyahlala during the NSSL night league fixtures, while Newcastle Legends will face Fairleigh Sparta.

For more information on the Newcastle Social Soccer League, contact Mervyn Maharaj on 081 388 2971.