FUTSOC (FIRA) opened the new season in the Gold Coast League, with a well contested victory over the strong Lauderdale FC squad. Taking an early lead of 1::0, our boys added a second goal in the first half to take a strong lead into the 45-minute mark. In the second half, our boys improved collective play and exhibited greater control over the match, thwarting numerous attempts until a breakaway shot brought our opponents to within a one score game. Five minutes later, a strong combination-play from the back third, resulted in a deep cross from the corner into the area, for a final tap in and a 3::1 lead. A last minute effort by our strong opponent, resulted in a goal from the perimeter for a final score for FUTSOC (FIRA) of 3::2 .

In only our second match of the young season, our squad met a very organized and disciplined Himmarshee FC club in what was a very well-played match at Cypress Park. Under very hot temperatures in the upper 90’s, the young squad was able to pull out a 2::1 victory in the last minutes, with a spectacular breakaway goal off of a series of individual dribbles in the upper third of the field. A tightly contested ninety-minute match, which had some outstanding individualities, clearly showed our domination for most of the game.

Last week in a match up of two of the top teams in the league, FUTSOC (FIRA) was able to knock off a powerful SFE FC Predators by a score of 3::2. A match which was mostly dominated by our young squad and which was wrapped up by the beginning of the second half. Our boys played hard and determined, despite searing temperatures nearing 100 degrees. They now rest in second place with only three matches played.

The team continues its perfect season with a 3-0-0 record heading into another colossal match up against Boca FC next weekend. Come out and Support FUTSOC!