Spartan SC edges out Oberoi

Spartan S.C edged out Oberoi in the Mumbai District Football Association ( MDFA) First Division match held on Friday afternoon at St Xavier’s ground Parel.

Oberoi and Spartan played out a goalless first half. Spartan created a host of chances with a lot of passes down the left only for Oberoi to intercept and clear them. A half that was very dull by its standard saw only a few shots on target from both teams.

As seen in previous games, teams become clueless after reaching  the last third, this match was no short of that. The best chance of the game fell to Spartans in the 25th minute when the left back stormed through the a lovely through-ball to skip past his marker only to pull it back in the six yard area for no one to pounce on it. That was surely a glorious chance and the best of the game . And probably one which could have lifted the tempo of the game.

As expected in the second half, both teams started better than what they performed in the entire first half. Again Spartan having majority of possession only for their striker number 19 Bobby  to fire wide of the target. He was through on goal and made a hasty decision to shot with both Oberoi centre-backs closing in on him.

Oberoi launched an attack down the right after snatching possession from the Spartan half only to reach the box and fire a shot over the top. That certainly was the best chance of the game for the Oberoi side who looked lacklustre just like their opponents Spartan who we can say were wasteful. Spartans had glorious chance when number 19 Bobby was through on goal again only for a centre backs to clear it. As Oberoi looked to score the opening  goal , Spartan intercepted the ball only to reach the box and fire a tame shot at the keeper. A lot of mistimed runs led to offsides as Spartan were left frustrated

The breakthrough came in the 59th minutes from time when an Oberoi side trying to hold a highline were caught out. A brilliant defense splitting ball  to which Spartan number 11 Rohit Bheke complemented with a well-timed run to put the ball in the back of the net. The Oberoi keeper never rushed out to put pressure on the striker in the one on one situation which was not justified in itself.

Oberoi had a chance to level when a free-kick fired in the box was not kept on target spurning a rare chance. Spartans managed to hold on to register a win.

 

 

 

SSE BFC to conduct trials for U9 to U17 age group players

SSE BFC Soccer School will be conducting fresh trials this month for players aged below 17 to be part of their football program SSE BFC Soccer Schools is a football…

Share

India Khelo Football Season 3 Trials for Mumbai and Thane are here

India Khelo Football (IKF) is back with Season 3 of its widely acclaimed trials with an aim to cover more than 50 cities this time around. After the resounding success…

Share

Mastering the Art of Football Trials: Key Pre-Trial Factors to Keep in Mind

Football trials are a critical juncture for aspiring players to showcase their skills and secure a spot in a team. To maximize your chances of success, it’s essential to tailor your approach based on your playing position as well as keeping in mind a few pre-trial factors.

Share

Somaiya Sports Academy to conduct trials for MFA 2nd Division campaign

Somaiya Sports Academy is looking for passionate young football players for the Somaiya Sports Academy Football Team to compete in the MFA 2nd Division League 2023-2024. If selected, you will…

Share

BFC Soccer Schools – Mumbai to conduct trials for U14 & U16 Girls

The BFC Soccer Schools Elite team girls’ trials are coming up in search of talented players from the U14 to U16 (Born 2009 and after) age groups into the club’s…

Share

Opportunity to make the team: U.K.M. Kothrud FC conducts selection trials for girls team

Pune-based U.K.M. Kothrud FC has announced that they will be conducting selection trials for their girl’s team on 15th January 2023 The club welcomes all players to come and showcase…

Share

The Sunday Football League Season 4 is back

The Sunday Football League is back with its fourth season, and it’s shaping up to be the best one yet. With eight talented teams competing at the Kes Kandivali turf, there…

Share

BFC Soccer Schools Elite team trials in Feb

Bengaluru FC launched their Mumbai program last season with the Soccer Schools and Elite programs with its local partner Soccer Schools of Excellence (SSE).  Bengaluru Football Club is a professional club…

Share

India Khelo Football Season 2 Trials in Mumbai: A Chance to Kickstart Your Football Career

After conducting trials in 34 cities & villages across India, India Khelo Football is coming to Mumbai to hunt talent on 7th January. India Khelo Football kickstarted its season 2…

Share

Mumbai Customs to conduct trials for Elite League

Former champions Mumbai Customs will be holding open trials for the upcoming MFA Elite Corporate League (Elite Division) The 2019 MFA Elite Division champions Mumbai Customs are conducting open trials…

Share