The FUTSOC Bambinos U10’s participated in the nationally acclaimed ENIGMA CUP on Memorial Day weekend. With the 2019 ENIGMA CUP being the first competitive event for the Bambinos U10’s, the coach and children were all anxious to see how the weekend would unfold. The weekend would prove to be a most special one for the boys of the FUTSOC Bambinos!

The Bambinos Academy, which focuses on development for kids U7-U10 [now only U7/U8 starting the 2019/2020 season], does not compete in competitive events until they graduate to the Youth Academy portion of the club, which begins at the U9/U10 age level.

Game 1:

The event opened up with the first game being played against Athletic Miami Orange, a strong side. The Bambinos started off strong, establishing dominance in the first half of the game, taking a 1-0 lead right before the half with a beautiful goal by Marcos R. lobbing the goal keeper! The 2nd half Athletic Miami started to take over possession and soon equalized the score. The Bambinos now started to rally back and relentlessly countered until a last minute goal, scored by Finlay S., led the FUTSOC Bambinos to the first victory!

Game 2:

Game number two the boys were pitted up against the Bay Lions FSC. Unbeknownst to the Bambinos, they would soon meet in the final for an incredible rematch. Much like game one, the FUTSOC Bambinos took an early lead with a goal by Finlay S. Opening the second half, the Bay Lions began their aggressive play and started to pressure the boys. With around 10 minutes left, the Bay Lions scored on a corner kick equalizing the game and ultimately finishing up in a tie.

Game 3:

The FUTSOC Bambinos met the Hollywood Cyclones in game three. They played incredibly well, dominating their opponents entirely winning the game 3-0 with two goals by Benicio D. S. and one goal by Davi S. C.

Championship Match:

The final proved to be a most thrilling match. The FUTSOC Bambinos were matched up, once more, against the Bay Lions FSC. Much like the entire tournament, the Bambinos took hold of the game early on with an early goal by Leonardo G. who scored just outside the box making the game 1-0. Not more than 5 minutes later, Finlay S. scored a beautiful free kick with an assist by Marcos R. The Bambinos would take a 2-0 lead into halftime.

The second half proved to be quite a thriller! Bay Lions FSC began to spread the field and began counter attacking very quickly. The Bambinos would respond with strong possession and take control of the midfield. Both the FUTSOC Bambinos and Bay Lions FSC exchanged very close chances to score. Bay Lions cracked the net with 10 minutes left making the game 2-1. The last 10 minutes saw many close opportunities by both teams, but in the end the FUTSOC Bambinos held on to their 2-1 lead and were crowned Champions of the 2019 ENIGMA CUP!

The FUTSOC Bambinos U10 Squad:

Benicio D. S.
Dylan G.
Leonardo G.
Sebastian M.
Davi S. C.
Alejandro V.
Lucas G.
Marcos R.
Jose Z.
Finlay S.