After a brief referee strike-induced break, the second division returned with a match at Stad Linite. Marine Maintenance secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Bosco, delivering an electrifying spectacle for the eager spectators.
Bosco FC took an early lead through Ciel Phelistin Niriarivaotina in the 12th minute. However, Marine Maintenance quickly responded as Adriano Montagna equalised in the 25th minute, lifting the spirits of the home team.
Montagna continued his fine form, scoring again in the 32nd minute to give Marine Maintenance a 2-1 halftime lead. The second half saw an increase in intensity, with Fredo Rahelinadrasana extending the lead to 3-1 in the 60th minute. Bosco FC fought back, with Brayan Malbrook narrowing the deficit to 3-2 just two minutes later.
Bosco FC, currently struggling to find their form, faced a challenging task to escape the bottom part of the league table. Despite taking an early lead, Bosco FC couldn’t maintain their advantage and ultimately succumbed to Marine Maintenance’s relentless pressure.
As the match concluded, Marine Maintenance celebrated their hard-fought victory, solidifying their 4th place position with 7 points. On the other hand, Bosco FC’s struggle continues, currently sitting in 9th place with only 1 point earned from 5 games. Both teams face important challenges ahead in their quest for success.
Marine Maintenance Starting XI
#1 Felino Razalo (GK)
#21 Ivan Saunders
#2 Darren Khanny
#5 Stephen Michel
#9 Adriano Montagna (substituted in the 81st minute)
#10 Fredo Rahelinadrasana
#12 Vince Fred
#15 Frudalien Falimarilida
#18 Marcus Camille (substituted in the 80th minute)
#20 Brandon Bastienne (substituted in the 80th minute)
#25 Franky Jim Naiken
Substitutes
#7 Ruben Jahard Jeremie Moncherry (substituted in the 80th minute)
#11 Jean-Yves Lagrenade (substituted in the 80th minute)
#16 Jared Phares Bristol
#26 Shane Lenny Chris Brutus
#27 Allester Valmont (substituted in the 81st minute)
#28 Yannick Hisham Dario Dubignon
#29 Alexandro Victor
Bosco FC Starting XI
#1 Liam Ric Louis Melanie (GK)
#5 Nassur Beanjara
#2 Julius Daniel Rachel (substituted in the 70th minute)
#6 Keron Eric Rieul Lafleur
#7 Shaquille Jady James Francourt
#8 Kelsun Aneil Brutus
#10 Ciel Phelistin Niriarivaotina
#14 Vince Madriano Michel Volcere (substituted in the 34th minute)
#16 Graham Ashley Bristol
#18 Mikael Judith (substituted in the 70th minute)
#24 Ulrichino Saidou Jean-Baptiste Faure
Substitutes
#20 Brayan Joseph Malbrook (substituted in the 34th minute)
#21 Olivier Patti
#22 Lenny Moustache
#23 Bertrand Bonne (substituted in the 70th minute)
#26 Carlos Hoareau (substituted in the 70th minute)
#27 Hassan Didon
#30 Nerrick Anil Sinon
