Report by Delroy Jeffers)
The action heated up at the NBGC Technical Centre as the SKNFA Final Four Playoffs delivered two exciting clashes filled with goals, drama, and standout performances.
Match 1: S L Horsfords St. Paul’s United vs Azul Cayon Rockets
Half-time: St. Paul’s 1 – 0 Cayon
Full-time: St. Paul’s 2 – 3 Cayon
Despite leading at the break, St. Paul’s were undone by a brilliant second-half hat trick from Vinceroy Nelson, who struck in the 52nd, 61st, and 86th minutes to power Azul Cayon Rockets to victory.
For St. Paul’s, Keithroy Freeman found the net twice (20th, 64th), but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
Yellow Cards:
Jakiel Leader (St. Paul’s) – 5’
Kalonjie Clarke (St. Paul’s) – 38’
Keithroy Freeman (St. Paul’s) – 68’
Malique Roberts (Cayon) – 72’
Vinceroy Nelson (Cayon) – 86’
Match Officials: Trevester Richards, Juniequa Matthew, Makeyla Audain & Orlando Mitcham
Referee Assessor: Delroy Jeffers
General Coordinator: Jason Mckoy
Match 2: Rams Village Superstars vs Sol Island Auto Conaree
Half-time: Village 2 – 1 Conaree
Full-time: Village 3 – 1 Conaree
The Rams Village Superstars secured a confident win, bouncing back after conceding an early own goal by Leroy Hanley (5’). The response was swift and decisive, with goals from Caaja Burnham (16’), Joseph Wilkes (19’), and Tiran Hanley (64’) sealing the three points.
Yellow Cards:
Rendell Theodule (Conaree) – 25’
Anthony Grant (Conaree) – 47’
Shaheem Queeley (Village) – 62’
Keondre Maynard (Conaree) – 66’
Tijani Fahie (Conaree) – 80’
Shawn Martin (Conaree) – 90+4’
Match Officials: David Phipps, Tyra Wilkinson, Jevian Archibald & Kareem Benjamin
Referee Assessor: Graeme Browne
General Coordinator: Kassie Mardenborough
The Final Four Playoffs continue to deliver thrilling football, showcasing both individual brilliance and team resilience as the race for the championship intensifies.
