In a match held on 22nd February 2024 (Thursday) at Stad Popiler, Mavericks secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Anse Royale. The home team dominated the game, as expected, while Anse Royale briefly equalized at 1-1 before Mavericks asserted their dominance.
Angelo Mathiot opened the scoring for Mavericks in the 5th minute, giving them an early lead. Anse Royale responded with a penalty goal from Trevor Esparon in the 17th minute, drawing level momentarily. However, Mavericks swiftly regained control with Aaron Payet finding the back of the net in the 22nd minute, restoring their advantage. Archille Farabeau extended the lead further in the 40th minute, making the halftime score 3-1 in favor of Mavericks.
The second half saw Mavericks continue their dominance, with Nael Mathiot adding a late goal in the 91st minute to seal the 4-1 victory. The result was in line with expectations, as Mavericks showcased their superior ability throughout the match.
For Anse Royale, this defeat marked their 29th consecutive loss, setting a new record for futility. The club finds itself in a challenging period, struggling to break free from their unfortunate streak. The negative record they have established is likely to stand for many years, signifying a historical period for football in Seychelles.
While the match highlighted Mavericks’ strength, it also shed light on the difficulties faced by Anse Royale. They will need to regroup and find ways to turn their fortunes around in the future.
Mavericks Starting XI:
- #1 Dean Jude Dodin
- #10 Abdul Wahid Yunus (82′)
- #2 Joshua Laurent Bonne
- #3 Dwayne Shane Claude Francois
- #5 Jaques Choisy
- #7 Kenan Steve Claude Esparon
- #8 Travis Larryrious Paul Lesperance
- #12 Joshua Linden Laboudallon (62′)
- #14 Hanan Asahel Melanie (82′)
- #17 Aaron Stephen Payet (62′)
- #24 Angelo Marlon Roberto Mathiot (88′)
Substitutes:
- #6 Emmanuel Adarkwah Tuffour (62′)
- #11 Jacob Rhys Alvarez Glindro (62′)
- #18 Clency Leon (82′)
- #20 Jaiden Bamboche (88′)
- #22 Nael Anthony Samuel Mathiot (82′)
- #23 Naron Nicholas Baptiste
- #25 Leandro Francoise
Anse Royale Starting XI:
- #1 Andrew Alex Kevin Rachel
- #9 Darius Julius Zialor (46′)
- #2 Fabrice Alix Joseph Jean
- #3 Herald Shamir Paul Joubert (56′)
- #4 Archille Shraland Farabeau
- #5 Sebastien Alphonse (47′)
- #7 Samuel Eli Zialor
- #8 Trevor Carlos Francois Esparon
- #14 Brad Samuel Francis Marie (46′)
- #16 Alexandro Berthrand Joseph Sirame
- #19 Hassan Michel Armel Didon (46′)
Substitutes:
- #6 Channel Ian Etienne (46′)
- #10 Anil Keddy Jacques (46′)
- #12 Joshua Sean Raymond Malbrook (47′)
- #13 Jerry Sophola (56′)
- #15 Berto Frederico Darren Uzice
- #17 Joseph Joel Lepathie (46′)
- #20 Marlon Dave Cafrine
