Mont Buxton United secured their first victory of the season, claiming a hard-fought 1-0 win over West Boys at Stad Popiler. After six rounds of disappointment, Mont Buxton showcased their resilience and determination to claim all three points in this crucial encounter.
Having previously highlighted Mont Buxton’s potential in our earlier articles, their improved performance was evident on the pitch. The team displayed a renewed sense of energy and purpose, surpassing their counterparts from Anse Royale. This long-awaited win not only boosts their morale but also provides a glimmer of hope for their campaign.
In contrast, West Boys were caught off guard by the defeat, as they had undoubtedly expected to secure points from this match. Currently sitting in 7th place with 10 points, they find themselves trailing behind the promotion contenders. It is imperative for West Boys to swiftly identify and address any underlying issues if they wish to remain in the race for promotion.
The solitary goal of the match arrived in the 72nd minute, courtesy of Tyron Barbe, securing victory for Mont Buxton United. Although specific details regarding the goal are unavailable, this decisive strike demonstrated their ability to seize crucial opportunities.
Congratulations to Mont Buxton United on their well-deserved win and commendable defensive performance, keeping a clean sheet. Both teams now face the challenge of regrouping and refocusing as they navigate the demanding landscape of the Seychelles League 1.
West Boys Starting XI:
Starting (11):
#31 Rico Joshua Lorenzo Didon
#2 Sammy Auguste
#4 Edras Camille
#8 Eldon Alexis
#10 Ivel Yves Brennan Belle
#11 Yanique Rusel Constance
#13 Shelton Aubrey Agnes
#16 Nel Henriette
#22 Christopher Larue
#23 David Waithaka Ndung’u
#24 Elvis Julius
Substitutes:
Substitutes (7):
#1 Adrian Durup Laporte
#3 Andre Samuel Marvel Melanie
#7 Salim Larue
#9 Junhio Jordi Mohideen
#12 Calvin Harry Joseph Richemond
#18 Faddy Sinon
#26 Dario Bibi
Mont Buxton United Starting XI:
Starting (11):
#20 Marvis Charles Keddy Estico
#13 Richard Dufrene
#3 Jonasson Christian Soubana
#5 Aswad Graham Jean-Baptiste
#6 Chanick Shaun Jean-Baptiste
#7 Julio Sheldon Port-Louis
#8 Jean-Luc Roddy Hoareau
#14 Samuel Stephen Marie
#15 Oliver Azemia
#17 Axcel Hristo Ravignia
#18 Tyron Damien Barbè
Substitutes:
Substitutes (5):
#Ashley Melton Confiance
#1 Giovani Alcindor
#9 Denis Anthony Elizabeth
#11 Raphael Gill
#16 Travis Florentine
