The match concluded with a decisive 8-0 victory for Bel Ombre, who showcased their dominance throughout the game. The halftime score was 5-0, indicating a strong performance from the home side.
St. Louis Challengers are continuing to struggle in the 3rd division, raising questions about their readiness for the season. After this match, it is clear that they are having difficulty keeping pace with other teams. Their performance has led to concerns about whether they were prepared to compete at this level. The statistics are alarming; after three rounds, they sit at the bottom of the league with 0 points and a goal difference of 1:27.
Historically, the situation is reminiscent of the 2021/22 season when Santos, a club from Praslin, finished with a goal difference of 14:172 across 34 games. While it is unlikely that St. Louis Challengers will finish with a worse record, they will need to significantly improve to avoid a similarly poor outcome. Fortunately for them, this season consists of 18 rounds, offering a chance to recover.
Statistically, Santos in the 2021/22 season were conceding 5.06 goals per match, while St. Louis Challengers are currently conceding 6.75 goals per match. Santos finished that season with the worst goal difference in the last 10 years at 14:172.
In contrast, Bel Ombre is proving to be one of the three teams likely to earn promotion to the Seychelles Championship next season. Their performance has been impressive, and they are doing exactly what is expected: winning matches. With this latest victory, they have emerged at the top of the league with 12 points, having won all three of their games. Their goal difference stands at a solid 16:3, reflecting their attacking prowess and defensive stability.
The goalscorers for Bel Ombre in this match included Steven Mathiot, Brad Julie, Titus Cooper with two goals, Days Biandray with two goals, Shaun Hoareau, and Marcus Zadock Ondiek. Each player contributed to a convincing win, reinforcing Bel Ombre’s status as a strong contender for promotion.
As the season progresses, St. Louis Challengers must reassess their strategy and performance if they hope to improve their standing in the league. Meanwhile, Bel Ombre will look to maintain their momentum as they aim for promotion.
Bel Ombre Starting XI:
1 Michael Stephane Randrianantenaina
12 Aaronn Martin Tirant
5 Jean-Yves Angelo Nourrice 60′
8 Brad Julie
10 Shane Elizabeth 68′
14 Cedric Crispin
17 Jim Loizeau 57′
19 Steven Williamson Christopher Mathiot 57′
20 Days Biandray
22 Titus Cooper
27 Kelvin Jean-Luc Antony Tirant 68′
Substitutes:
2 Jean-Luc Stephan Poris
3 Marcus Mathiot 68′
4 Jean-Yves Duncan Shamir Mousbe 60′
6 Marcus Zadock Ondiek 68′
7 Shaun Hoareau 57′
18 Yannick Trevor Unel Dick 57′
28 Joshua Paul Solin
30 Elvin Jude Martin Beaudouin
St. Louis Challengers Starting XI:
1 Hayden Davil Luke Gertrude
2 Richard Lesperance
4 Trevor Darius Albert 32′
5 Jones Stany Joubert
6 Travis Laurence
7 Hadil Mohammed Jerry Adrienne
8 Mikhail Bernard Trevor Tirant 70′
9 Alister Guyto Vel
11 Hachille Jerris Raheem Adrienne
13 Alex Epidarist Etienne
15 Roldrick Behany Deuel Larue 80′
Substitutes:
10 Marvin Rachid Gino Souris 32′
14 Lyvans Francis Liam Hoareau 70′
16 Reo Pierre Forte
19 Dready Maria 80′
