Results
 

Team Polonia Limerick (Pol)

3

V

3

JK Silvertown A (Eng)

FC Tpaktop (CIS)

2

V

0

Red Star (Eng)

AFC Shooters (Eng)

4

V

5

Rapid Bosco Navas (Spa)

 

Game 7 of Group A featured a highly anticipated clash between Team Polonia Limerick and JK Silvertown A, both coming into the match with strong starts. Polonia Limerick had cruised to a 7-0 win in Round 1 and had a break in Round 2, while JK Silvertown A were unbeaten in their first two games. From the outset, the match promised to be competitive, and both teams delivered an entertaining and closely fought contest.

Polonia Limerick struck first through Adam Gracz, giving the Polish side an early advantage. JK Silvertown A responded through Chris Parillon, bringing the score level at 1-1. Chris Wright then put Silvertown ahead 2-1, but Patryk Suwinski equalised again for Polonia, making it 2-2 and keeping the game finely balanced.

The back-and-forth continued, with Adam Gracz scoring his second to put Polonia Limerick back in front at 3-2. Both sides showed attacking flair and defensive resilience, making for a thrilling spectacle as they battled for every ball. The intensity and quality on display highlighted why both teams were considered strong contenders in the tournament.

JK Silvertown A managed to salvage a point when Simon Ford found the net to make it 3-3 at full-time. The draw reflected the evenly matched nature of the game and showcased the skill, determination, and competitive spirit of both sides. Fans were treated to a captivating encounter that demonstrated the high standard of veteran football on display in Barcelona.

 
 
 

Game 8 of Group A saw FC Tpaktop take on debutants Red Star, with both teams looking to build momentum and climb the table. FC Tpaktop had started the tournament with a defeat to JK Silvertown A but bounced back with a 3-2 win in their second match. Red Star, meanwhile, had begun with a 1-1 draw and were eager to pick up more points to kickstart their campaign in earnest.

The match started positively for FC Tpaktop, who quickly asserted control in midfield and created several early chances. Timur Garifzianov broke the deadlock, giving the CIS side a 1-0 lead, and moments later Oleg Blitzels doubled the advantage to make it 2-0. Red Star fought hard, but FC Tpaktop's defensive organisation and attacking precision proved difficult to breach.

The game ended 2-0 to FC Tpaktop, a result that reinforced their growing confidence while highlighting areas for Red Star to improve. Both teams showed commitment and competitive spirit, and the tournament continued to deliver entertaining and closely contested matches for fans and players alike.

 
 
 

Round 3 of Group A concluded with a thrilling encounter between AFC Shooters and Rapid Bosco Navas, as both sides were chasing their first points of the tournament. Rapid Bosco Navas had suffered two narrow one-goal defeats in earlier matches, while AFC Shooters were looking to recover after a heavy opening loss but had shown promise in their spirited performance against the defending champions in Round 2. From the outset, it was clear this would be a high-tempo, end-to-end contest.

AFC Shooters struck first, with John Domokos putting them ahead before Eric Ongeri doubled the advantage, giving the English side a two-goal cushion. Rapid Bosco Navas responded through Alberto Rodriguez and David Company, leveling the score at 2-2 as AFC Shooters were back to square one. Both teams showed attacking flair and resilience, making it a pulsating affair for spectators.

The lead continued to swing in a dramatic second half. Eric Ongeri restored AFC Shooters' advantage at 3-2, but Alberto Rodriguez equalised again for Rapid, making it 3-3. AFC Shooters went ahead once more with Joe Wihl nutmegging the goalkeeper to take a 4-3 lead, only for David Company to strike again and bring the score level at 4-4, demonstrating his clinical finishing under pressure.

The decisive moment came when David Company completed his hat-trick, scoring a dramatic late winner to give Rapid Bosco Navas a 5-4 victory. It was a heartbreaking defeat for AFC Shooters, who had shown grit and determination throughout, but a thrilling triumph for Rapid Bosco Navas, who finally secured their first points of the tournament in spectacular fashion. The match was a fitting example of the excitement and unpredictability that makes veteran eurofootballfives.com tournaments so captivating although that's little comfort for AFC Shooters.

 
 
Table
 
Team
Pld
Won
Drawn
Lost
For
Agst
Pts

JK Silvertown A (Eng)

3

2

1

0

9

5

7

FC Tpaktop (CIS)

3

2

0

1

7

5

6

Team Polonia Limerick (Pol)

2

1

1

0

10

3

4

Skidmarks OGs (Eng)

2

1

1

0

3

2

4

Rapid Bosco Navas (Spa)

3

1

0

2

8

9

3

Red Star (Eng)

2

0

1

1

1

3

1

AFC Shooters (Eng)

3

0

0

3

4

15

0

 
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