Penalty shootouts the order of the day

Sophia, Festival City, Airy Hall, and Stewartville recorded wins when the Hamilton Green Football Cup commenced Sunday at the Georgetown Football Club (GFC) ground, Bourda.

All four matches were decided via the penalty shoot-out route. Sophia defeated Mahaica 3-2 on sudden death penalty kicks after regulation time ended 1-1. Similarly, Festival City downed Vengy 1-0 on sudden death penalty kicks after normal time ended 1-1.

Likewise, Airy Hall defeated Herstelling 3-2 on sudden penalty kicks, following a 1-1 score at the end of regulation time. Also, Stewartville squeaked past Soesdyke 1-0 on sudden death penalty kicks after normal time ended scoreless.

The event continues today at the same venue with another round of elimination matches. The prizes for the top four finishers are: $500,000, $250,000, $150,000, and $100,000.

The sponsors of the event include Dr. Linden Dotson, Reunion Gold Corporation, GTT, SuperBet, Guyana Beverage Inc., BK International, John Fernandes Limited, Star Party, Gafoors, Namilco, New GPC, E-Net, Ready-mix Cement, and New Thriving Restaurant.

Today’s Fixtures

Liliendaal vs BV

Back Circle vs Wales

Kitty vs Crane

Road Warriors vs Sarah Lodge

Gold is Money vs No. #1 All-Stars

Agricola vs Albouystown

Ann’s Grove vs Mocha

Paradise Invaders vs Stabroek Ballers