DABOYSFC faced off against Prayer Warriors FC in a gripping league home match at Eldorado Park Extension 6 on 13 April 2025, with the visitors emerging victorious with a scoreline of 2-1. The match kicked off at 11:00pm and drew an attendance of 100 supporters, eager to witness the clash between these two competitive sides.
DABOYSFC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, which featured a solid defensive structure complemented by an attacking trio. Kashwin Obermeyer took his place between the sticks, while Ridwaan Rubidge and Reese Mathee occupied the right and left defensive flanks respectively, with Tyson Bowers and Alanzo McKenzie forming a central defensive partnership. In midfield, Nazeem Ely operated on the right, Neillan Abrahams held the central role, and Warren Meyers provided width on the left. Up front, Nathaniel Ferguson and Leevin Zacheus flanked striker Suhail De Koker, who was tasked with leading the line and converting chances into goals. The substitutes for DABOYSFC included Kyle Ruiters, Lonwabo Ntsini, and Riaz Rubidge.
The match began with an early shock for DABOYSFC as Prayer Warriors FC took the lead just six minutes in. A well-executed direct free-kick from outside the box caught the DABOYSFC defence off guard, allowing the visitors to establish an early advantage. DABOYSFC responded positively, pushing forward in search of an equaliser, and their persistence paid off in the 36th minute when Nazeem Ely found the back of the net from close range, converting a chance with his right foot inside the box. The home side's joy was palpable as they levelled the score, igniting hopes of a comeback.
As the first half drew to a close, the match remained finely balanced at 1-1, but not without its moments of tension. Prayer Warriors FC received a yellow card in the 38th minute, a sign of their growing frustration as DABOYSFC began to assert themselves more in the game.
The second half saw DABOYSFC make an early substitution, bringing on Kyle Ruiters for Ridwaan Rubidge in the 57th minute, aiming to inject fresh energy into their defensive line. However, the visitors struck again in the 68th minute, regaining the lead with a well-placed header that left Obermeyer with little chance to react.
In the following minutes, the match became increasingly heated, with Prayer Warriors FC receiving another yellow card in the 70th minute, followed by a flurry of substitutions from DABOYSFC. Lonwabo Ntsini replaced Warren Meyers, and Riaz Rubidge came on for Suhail De Koker, both in the 72nd minute, as the home side sought to regain control of the match.
Tensions escalated further as Prayer Warriors FC received yet another yellow card in the 73rd minute, while DABOYSFC's Riaz Rubidge was cautioned in the 76th minute, followed by Kashwin Obermeyer receiving a yellow card in the 78th minute. The match was becoming a test of discipline as both sides fought fiercely for every ball.
Despite DABOYSFC's efforts to find an equaliser, including a spirited performance from Nazeem Ely, who was later named Player of the Match, they were unable to break through the resolute Prayer Warriors FC defence. The final whistle blew, sealing a 2-1 victory for the visitors, leaving DABOYSFC to reflect on missed opportunities and the need to regroup for their next challenge.
