Randfontein Manchester United test skills in West Rand friendly series
Junior teams gain crucial match experience during action-packed encounters against Afrivilla Pride FC and Kagiso Porto.
Randfontein Manchester United took to the field against two West Rand opponents in a series of friendly matches at Randfontein High School sports ground on October 10.
Young players build match experience
The matches featured several age groups, giving the club’s young players an opportunity to test their skills, build confidence and gain valuable match experience against Afrivilla Pride FC and Kagiso Porto.
The U10 side went down 2–1 against Afrivilla Pride FC, while the U11A team secured a 2–0 victory over the same opponents. The U11B team also celebrated a win, beating Kagiso Porto 1–0.
Randfontein Manchester United’s U13A side continued the winning run with a convincing 3–1 victory over Kagiso Porto. The U13B encounter against Afrivilla Pride FC ended in a goalless draw after regulation time, with Randfontein eventually claiming a 4–3 victory in the penalty shoot-out.
The U15 team suffered a 2–0 defeat against Afrivilla Pride FC, but the U17 side ensured another positive result for the club with a 2–0 win over the same opponents.
The friendly fixtures provided an opportunity for the different age groups to gain valuable game time and measure their progress against fellow West Rand teams.
With wins across several age groups and competitive performances throughout the day, Randfontein Manchester United will look to build on the experience as their young players continue developing their football skills.
