The opening match of Seychelles League One took place on 4 September 2024, as West Boys faced Anse Royale at Stad Popiler. West Boys secured a 2-1 victory, with the half-time score standing at 1-1.
Anse Royale showed clear signs of improvement this season after investing in their squad. Their biggest signing, Zinola Francois, made an impact by scoring in just 19 minutes, equalising after an own goal by Archile Simeon in the 14th minute. This early scoring set the tone for an exciting match.
West Boys managed to take the lead again in the second half with a goal in the 54th minute, which ultimately secured all three points. However, despite the loss, Anse Royale demonstrated their attacking potential and could have added more goals, highlighting areas for future improvement.
The coaching panel at West Boys will need to analyse their performance closely. Although they earned the win, they will want to address the defensive lapses that allowed Anse Royale to threaten throughout the match.
Overall, this match served as a strong start to the season, with both teams showing promise.
West Boys Starting XI:
#1 Trevor Henriette
#2 Sammy Auguste
#4 Edras Camille
#7 Anelka Bistoe
#8 Eldon Alexis
#11 Yanique Rusel Constance
#16 Sah-eed Juan Victor
#18 Keren Barrett Sinon
#19 Evans Mousbe
#20 Christopher Larue
#23 David Waithaka Ndung’u
Substitutes:
#3 Rico Esparon
#9 Henrico Caferine
#13 Joshua Albert
#14 Taril Darel Anthony Raoudy
#15 Jahsua Ahijah Malbrook
#17 Salim Larue
#21 Rico Joshua Lorenzo Didon
#24 Elvis Julius
#31 Adrian Durup Laporte
Anse Royale Starting XI:
#1 Heriniaina Erysse Raveloson
#13 Nigel Michael Hoareau
#2 Archile Bruce Simeon
#5 Franky Jim Naiken
#6 Demien Benjamin Daniel Rath
#7 Archille Shraland Farabeau
#8 Mickel-Ange Ah-Kin Vincent Tall
#9 Zinola Francois
#10 Mervin Servina
#14 Oliver Marcus Camille
#17 Tojonirina Randriananarivony
Substitutes:
#3 Sandy Brian Victor
#11 Anil Keddy Jacques
#15 Ted Brian Lewis
#16 Jonathan Clifford Bibi
