In a commanding display, The Boys FC triumphed over Eldos Gunners FC with a resounding 6-0 victory during their league encounter at Eldorado Park Extension 6 on 27 October 2024. The match kicked off at 3:00 PM, and the outcome showcased the attacking prowess of The Boys, who were relentless throughout the contest.
The Boys FC lined up in a 4-2-1-3 formation, designed to maximise their attacking capabilities while maintaining a solid defensive structure. Kamva Jonga took his position in goal, shielded by a back four consisting of Dejuanne Abdullah on the right, Alanzo McKenzie and Tyson Bowers in central defence, and Reese Mathee on the left. In midfield, Denzel Russell and Neillan Abrahams operated as central midfielders, providing both defensive cover and creative support. Tyrique Koeries played as the attacking midfielder, tasked with linking play and supporting the front three, which featured Nazeem Ely on the right, Suhail De Koker as the central striker, and Leevin Zacheus on the left.
The substitutes for The Boys FC included Kyle Ruiters, Riaz Rubidge, Nathaniel Ferguson, Warren Meyers, and Quenlin Zovetski, all of whom were poised to make an impact from the bench.
The scoring opened early in the match when Leevin Zacheus found the net in the 9th minute, finishing off a short pass from Suhail De Koker inside the box with his left foot. This early goal set the tone for The Boys, who quickly established dominance over their opponents.
Just a minute later, in the 10th minute, Suhail De Koker was penalised for a charge, showcasing the physical nature of the contest. The Boys' defence, however, remained resolute, with Kamva Jonga demonstrating his skills by parrying a shot in the 15th minute, followed by a full-stretch save just two minutes later, ensuring Eldos Gunners were kept at bay.
As the match progressed, The Boys continued to apply pressure, with Zacheus narrowly missing a chance in the 45th minute. Before the half-time whistle, Zacheus added to his tally in the 31st minute, converting from close range after a long pass from Denzel Russell, doubling the lead to 2-0. Shortly after, in the 41st minute, Suhail De Koker scored a stunning goal from outside the box, lobbing the ball over the goalkeeper following another assist from Alanzo McKenzie.
With the score at 3-0 at half-time, The Boys FC made a tactical substitution, bringing on Kyle Ruiters for Dejuanne Abdullah. The second half commenced with Suhail De Koker scoring again in the 47th minute, this time with a clever lob, assisted once more by McKenzie, extending the lead to 4-0.
The Boys continued to dominate, and in the 60th minute, Riaz Rubidge, who had just come on, scored inside the box after receiving a short pass from Tyrique Koeries, making it 5-0. The relentless attacking continued, but not without some moments of indiscipline, as Nathaniel Ferguson was cautioned for obstruction in the 63rd minute.
As the match wore on, The Boys FC maintained their composure, with Tyson Bowers making crucial defensive interventions, including a block in the 68th minute. The final goal of the match came in stoppage time, as Nathaniel Ferguson headed home from close range after a well-placed assist from Warren Meyers, sealing the emphatic 6-0 victory.
Despite some late attempts from Eldos Gunners, including a few offside calls against Zacheus and Ferguson, The Boys FC's defence held firm. The match concluded with a yellow card shown to Ferguson for dissent in the 95th minute, but this did little to overshadow an impressive performance.
In the end, The Boys FC's comprehensive victory not only highlighted their attacking flair but also their ability to defend resolutely, earning Neillan Abrahams the accolade of Player of the Match for his all-round contribution.
