Old Shields 9 - 6 Phir Hera Pheri | Quarter-Finals - Europa Cup

Date: Wednesday, 18th September 2024
Kick-off: 9:00 PM
Venue: Super Soccer, Glasgow

Match Summary: Old Shields 9 - 6 Phir Hera Pheri

Old Shields advanced to the Europa Cup Semi-Finals with a hard-fought 9-6 victory over Phir Hera Pheri in a thrilling encounter. The game saw Old Shields storm into an early lead, going 8-3 up by halftime.

Despite a late push from Phir Hera Pheri, including a standout performance from Rocky and some brilliant saves from Ifty Ahmed, it wasn’t enough to overcome the relentless attack of Old Shields. Ahmed, with his commanding performance, was named Player of the Match.

First Half Highlights:

The first half saw Old Shields flex their attacking muscles, racing to a dominant 8-3 lead. Ali Sheesha dazzled with his footwork, beating defenders and getting into key positions, while Rehman fired in a left-footed strike to keep Phir Hera Pheri fighting.

Ifty Ahmed, in goal for Phir Hera Pheri, made several crucial saves, including stopping Ali Sheesha from extending the lead further. Despite Phir Hera Pheri's efforts, Old Shields’ attacking firepower was too much to handle in the first half.

Second Half Highlights:

The second half saw Phir Hera Pheri rally, cutting the deficit as they fought back to 9-6. Rocky came close to narrowing the gap further, but his effort struck the post.

Ifty Ahmed continued to impress with outstanding fingertip saves to deny Old Shields from adding to their lead. However, Old Shields held on, despite receiving a yellow card for persistent fouling, to secure a place in the semi-finals.

Key Performances:

• Ahmed (Old Shields): Player of the Match for his all-round contribution and key goals.
• Ifty Ahmed (Phir Hera Pheri): Pulled off multiple world-class saves to keep his team in the match.
• Ali Sheesha (Old Shields): Brilliant attacking display with impressive footwork and constant pressure on Phir Hera Pheri’s defense.

Final Thoughts:

Old Shields march into the semi-finals with a dominant display, but Phir Hera Pheri can hold their heads high after a valiant effort. Ahmed stood out for Old Shields, while Phir Hera Pheri’s resilience in the second half made it an exciting contest. Both teams showcased quality football in a match full of drama.

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