Before kick-off, expectations were high for Lightstars, with fans counting on an easy 3 points at home against Northern Dynamo. However, the match proved to be more challenging than anticipated. Nirina Angericot, who scored in the first round on La Digue Island, provided a key assist to Renick Esther in the 22nd minute, giving Lightstars a 1-0 lead.
In the second half, the game became more balanced, with both teams fighting hard for control. Northern Dynamo showed a noticeable improvement compared to their first-half performance. Their coaching staff likely made effective adjustments at half-time, allowing the team to compete more equally. This change highlights the importance of in-game analysis and tactical adjustments.
Nirina Angericot is steadily becoming a key player for Lightstars, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist in the opening rounds.
Despite their efforts, Northern Dynamo could not find the equaliser. They need to focus on starting stronger in the first half to avoid falling behind, as better results may follow if they can maintain performance levels throughout the match. Lightstars, on the other hand, will take confidence from this win, knowing they managed to secure the points despite not having a commanding performance in the second half.
Lightstars Starting XI:
30 Romeo Padayachy
2 Fabio Lemiel
4 Albert Rose
7 Chris Uranie
11 Renick Esther
14 Ramadany Tatafy
15 Bertrand Esther
16 Danio Dean Francois
18 Nirina Angericot
24 Rafizy Andre Todisoa
27 Ricko Julius
Substitutes:
5 Dino Chrysostome
8 Randolph Louise
9 Jerron Jones Joubert
12 Craig Antonio Cedras
13 Jeremie Barbe
17 Dennis Etheve
20 Lenny Barbe
22 Justin Cedras
26 Reece Pillay
Northern Dynamo Starting XI:
31 Liam Jonathan Esther
6 Ryan Cupidon
3 Nerry Rose
5 Tantely Manana Randrianarivo
7 Edward Bastienne
8 Daren Damien Carlos Vidot
9 Georges Angelito Kalo
13 Sambatra Joelson Andriatahina
14 Anil Dijoux
20 Erol Kurt Bastienne
22 Graham Faure
Substitutes:
11 Harim Evenor
12 Naythan Wayne Barbe
15 Sandro Hensel Fabien Estrale
16 Samad Jean-Luc Akmad Marie
18 Stephen Dubel
19 Shakib Hafiz Rose
21 Jarino Renaud
25 Akime Alvin Ally
30 Christopher Legaie
