Despite PTL Bazar Brothers’ domination throughout the match, their inability to convert clear-cut chances proved costly as Red Star DF showcased a well-organised defensive display and lethal counter-attacks. The result solidifies Red Star DF’s position as a formidable force in the competition, leaving PTL Bazar Brothers to reflect on their missed opportunities.
PTL Bazar Brothers controlled the game for the majority of the 90 minutes, creating two open-goal opportunities. However, to their dismay, they failed to find the target from seemingly straightforward positions, leaving empty goals unscathed. In a stroke of misfortune, they struck the crossbar early on in the 2nd minute and later hit the post in the second half.
Red Star DF exhibited a disciplined defensive approach, seemingly content to absorb pressure and swiftly counter-attack. This strategy paid dividends as they successfully executed their game plan, securing a convincing 3-0 victory.
The match was marred by a brief disruption in the second half when protests from the Red Star DF bench prompted a temporary stoppage. Such incidents are regrettable in the world of sports, detracting from the spirit of fair play.
Statistical Highlights:
Ball Possession: PTL Bazar Brothers 39% – 61% Red Star DF
Shots on Target: PTL Bazar Brothers 6 – 7 Red Star DF
Shots off Target: PTL Bazar Brothers 8 – 7 Red Star DF
Corners: PTL Bazar Brothers 4 – 7 Red Star DF
Dangerous Attacks: PTL Bazar Brothers 130 – 62 Red Star DF
PTL Bazar Brothers currently find themselves in a rut, having garnered only two points from their last five matches in the Seychelles Premier League. Meanwhile, Red Star DF’s well-organised defensive football and clinical counter-attacks have propelled them to a solid run of form, with 1 win, 5 draws, and 1 loss. With this impressive triumph, they sit just two points behind Foresters FC, who occupy the third position in the league standings.
This victory holds significance for Red Star DF as it marks their first win of the season, ensuring that every team in the league has now secured at least one victory. Goalkeeper Jerome Fredy Dingwall delivered another solid performance for Red Star DF, although he was fortunate that PTL Bazar Brothers’ players failed to convert their open-goal chances.
Red Star DF’s resolute defensive tactics combined with their lethal counter-attacks proved to be the difference on the day, as they emerged victorious against a dominant PTL Bazar Brothers side. It’s a stunning turn of events for PTL Bazar Brothers, who had a near-perfect pre-season with an impressive string of victories, leading many to hail them as strong contenders for the title. However, their fortunes took a sharp downturn as they started dropping points regularly, finding themselves in a precarious position at the bottom of the league table. To reverse their current situation, PTL Bazar Brothers must address their lingering finishing woes and find a way to convert their dominance into positive results.
PTL Bazar Brothers Starting XI:
#30 Ricky Pool
#4 Yasser Tolodrazana
#6 Fredy Erika Randrianandrasana
#9 Jean Elson Rivaldo Tahinjanahary
#10 Evariste Rakotondrahaja
#13 Kenner Nourrice
#14 Gino Naidoo (substituted in the 68th minute)
#20 Stephane Fabien Labrosse (substituted in the 46th minute)
#22 Jude Jim Jerry Valentin
#24 Dean Balette
#26 Randolph Elizabeth (substituted in the 87th minute)
Substitutes:
#5 Kelvin Cupidon (substituted in the 68th minute)
#8 Lucas Allisop
#16 Shawn Edgron Lucio Barbe (substituted in the 87th minute)
#18 Heiddy Davies Labrosse (substituted in the 46th minute)
#21 Denilson Rosette
#25 Abdul Jumaye
#31 Jean Deve Cecile
Red Star DF Starting XI:
#1 Jerome Fredy Dingwall
#4 Julius Joseph
#2 Marchello Dufresne
#3 Leonard Besabotsy
#5 Laurent Hoareau
#10 Tariq Cedras (substituted in the 90th minute, +2 minutes added time)
#12 Roger Michel Nambinintsoa
#13 Terry Lesperance
#20 Mohammed Varney
#23 Errol Bacco
#25 Tojonirina Randriananarivony (substituted in the 88th minute)
Substitutes:
#Rico Raoudy (substituted in the 90th minute, +2 minutes added time)
#9 Dyan Miguel Renaud
#14 Graham Cafrine
#21 Dean Anthony Clifton Vidot
#24 Aubrey Cupidon
#27 Raphael Moustache
#28 Yves Charles Angelbert Zialor (substituted in the 88th minute)
