On 13 September 2025, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS hosted Ranger City Spurs FC in a keenly contested league fixture at Eldorado Park Extension 6, kicking off promptly at 12:00pm. The home side emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline after 70 minutes of intense football, securing all three points in a match that showcased resilience and tactical adaptability.
DABOYSFC 17 BOYS lined up in a classic 4-3-3 formation, deploying Monte Bruiners in goal to marshal the defence. The back four consisted of Jaylin Nell at right back, Clinton Hornby and Jayden Moorkey as central defenders, and Aden Holland on the left flank. In midfield, Keyon Fredericks operated on the right, Kaylin Louw held the central midfield role, while Luqmaan Van Schalkwyk took up the left midfield position. Upfront, the attacking trio featured Casavin Booysens on the right wing, Cristiano Petersen as the central striker, and Leonardo Malaza on the left wing. This setup was designed to provide width and creativity from the flanks, with midfielders expected to link defence and attack efficiently. The substitutes named for the match were Quenlin Zovetski, Zaidin Fisher, Justin Bowers, and Christian Assy.
The match began with an early setback for DABOYSFC 17 BOYS when Clinton Hornby was forced off injured in the 11th minute, making way for substitute Quenlin Zovetski. This change proved pivotal as Zovetski quickly made his mark on the game. Just five minutes after entering the fray, he found the net to give the home side an early lead, sparking celebrations among the home supporters.
As the first half progressed, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS maintained control, but Ranger City Spurs FC grew into the game, testing Monte Bruiners with a series of probing attacks. The half concluded at the 35-minute mark with the home side still holding their slender advantage.
Shortly after the break, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS made a tactical substitution, replacing right midfielder Keyon Fredericks with Zaidin Fisher in the 36th minute. This change aimed to inject fresh energy into the midfield and maintain the team’s attacking impetus.
However, Ranger City Spurs FC responded with a goal of their own in the 41st minute, levelling the scores and setting up a tense second half. The visitors’ strike forced DABOYSFC 17 BOYS to adjust their approach as the match entered its crucial stages.
As the second half proceed, further changes were made by the home side. Luqmaan Van Schalkwyk was replaced by Justin Bowers in the 46th minute, followed by the substitution of left forward Leonardo Malaza for Christian Assy in the 51st minute. These moves were clearly designed to refresh the attacking options and regain the upper hand.
The decisive moment arrived in the 66th minute when Zaidin Fisher provided a precise assist for Quenlin Zovetski, who calmly finished to restore DABOYSFC 17 BOYS’ lead. This goal proved to be the match-winner, as the home team held firm to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory.
Quenlin Zovetski’s impact off the bench was undeniable, earning him the well-deserved Player of the Match accolade for his two crucial goals that turned the game in DABOYSFC 17 BOYS’ favour. The team’s ability to adapt to early adversity and make effective substitutions was key to their success on the day.
