‘Jackie Chan’ scores on debut, but Western Tigers conquer Fruta

… edge Den Amstel

GREGORY ‘Jackie Chan’ Richardson scored on his debut for Fruta Conquerors, but Colin Nelson and Andrew Murray Jr rained on his parade, as the two guided Western Tigers to a 2-1 win over the Tucville-based team on Friday evening, when the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Elite League returned to the Georgetown Football Club ground.

Also returning to their winning ways were defending champions, the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) who, in the opening game of the double-header, defeated Den Amstel 2-1.
The Western Tigers/Fruta Conquerors was one of the most anticipated encounters of the league, given the fact that both teams made some significant changes to their roster during the GFF’s transfer window, gathering some of the best local players.

Nelson had given Western Tigers the lead in the 42nd minute, and his goal meant that his side enjoyed a 1-0 cushion at the interval.

However, Richardson pulled one back for Fruta Conquerors upon the resumption of the half, much to the delight of the handful of Fruta Conquerors supporters. But Murray, who has been solid upfront for Western Tigers, scored the eventual game-winner in the 53rd minute.

In the opening game, Amumchi Benjamin netted twice (61st and 88th) to hand the ‘Army’ three points. Delon Lanferman was the lone goalscorer for Den Amstel.

Meanwhile, the league will continue today at the Buxton Community Centre ground from 14:00hrs. In the opening game, Cougars FC will attack Ann’s Grove and in game two, Victoria Kings will clash with the home side Buxton United from 16:00hrs.

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