In a commanding display at Eldorado Park Extension 6 on 17 May 2025, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS triumphed over Blitz FC with a resounding 5-1 scoreline in their league home match. The match kicked off at 4:15pm and saw a spirited performance from the home side, who showcased their attacking prowess throughout the encounter.
DABOYSFC 17 BOYS lined up in a 4-1-2-3 formation, which allowed them to maintain a solid defensive structure while also providing ample support for their attacking players. Tristan Steyn took his place in goal, shielded by a back four consisting of Jaylin Nell on the right, Cristiano Petersen and Jayden Moorkey as central defenders, and Linden Zacheus on the left. In front of them, Justin Bowers operated as a central midfielder, tasked with linking defence and attack. The forward line featured Delon Makhamba and Zaidin Fisher as right and left attacking midfielders respectively, while Monte Bruiners, Luchin Erasmus, and later Hugo Witbooi, formed a potent trio up front.
The substitutes for DABOYSFC 17 BOYS included Hugo Witbooi and Keyon Fredericks, who would later make their mark on the game.
The match began with DABOYSFC 17 BOYS asserting their dominance early on. Just five minutes in, Monte Bruiners opened the scoring with a stunning long-range strike from outside the box, sending a powerful right-footed shot past the Blitz FC goalkeeper. This early goal set the tone for the home side, who continued to press forward.
In the 16th minute, Jaylin Nell doubled the lead, capitalising on a long pass from goalkeeper Tristan Steyn. Nell found himself inside the box and finished confidently with his right foot, putting DABOYSFC 17 BOYS firmly in control of the match.
As the first half progressed, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS maintained their momentum, but a tactical substitution was made in the 35th minute, with Hugo Witbooi replacing Luchin Erasmus. The half concluded shortly after, with DABOYSFC 17 BOYS leading 2-0.
The second half began with more fireworks as Linden Zacheus scored in the 42nd minute, tapping in from close range after a well-placed assist from Cristiano Petersen. This goal further extended the home side's advantage to 3-0.
Just a minute later, Keyon Fredericks entered the fray, replacing Delon Makhamba. Fredericks wasted no time in making an impact, scoring a spectacular long-range strike in the 46th minute, assisted by Aden Holland. His right-footed effort from outside the box left the Blitz FC defence reeling, pushing the score to 4-0.
However, the match took a turn in the 52nd minute when Cristiano Petersen received a red card for unsporting behaviour, leaving DABOYSFC 17 BOYS with ten men. This setback allowed Blitz FC to find a glimmer of hope, as they scored just a minute later, reducing the deficit to 4-1.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS continued to press forward, and in the 63rd minute, Jaylin Nell struck again, scoring his second goal of the match with a tap-in after a long pass from Justin Bowers. This goal sealed the emphatic 5-1 victory for DABOYSFC 17 BOYS, showcasing their attacking flair and resilience even in the face of adversity.
In a match that highlighted the strengths of DABOYSFC 17 BOYS, Jaylin Nell emerged as the standout performer, contributing significantly to the team's success with two goals and an assist. The home side's tactical execution and attacking prowess were on full display, leaving them in high spirits as they celebrated a comprehensive victory over Blitz FC.
