Results
 

The Vic FC (Eng)

2

V

5

Ecuador 100% (Ecu)

Wentworth Arms A (Eng)

3

V

0

Sheffield Thursday Navy (Eng)

Morocco Team (Mar)

0

V

2

Ecuador 100% (Ecu)

The Vic FC (Eng)

2

V

0

Sheffield Thursday Navy (Eng)

Wentworth Arms A (Eng)

2

V

3

Morocco Team (Mar)

 
 

Game 6 of Group C saw The Vic FC face the daunting challenge of taking on Ecuador 100%, who had been in devastating form throughout the opening stages of the tournament. The Vic FC had just secured their first victory of the day with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Morocco Team and were hoping to build momentum from that result. Standing in their way, however, was arguably the most feared attacking side in the competition. Ecuador 100% had already collected maximum points from their opening two fixtures, scoring an incredible 12 goals in victories over Sheffield Thursday Navy and Wentworth Arms A. Another win here would guarantee their place in the Cup competition.

Ecuador 100% wasted little time in continuing their relentless attacking form. Jose Mosquera opened the scoring before Estivan Lastra added two more goals to further strengthen his growing reputation in front of goal. Both Mosquera and Lastra had now scored in all three games of the tournament, underlining the consistency and firepower that Ecuador possessed. Ivan Lee then joined the scoring for the second game in succession as Ecuador stormed into a commanding 4-0 lead by half-time. Their pace, movement and clinical finishing once again proved incredibly difficult for opponents to contain.

To their credit, The Vic FC refused to capitulate and produced a spirited response in the second half. Harry Bradford pulled a goal back to reward their persistence and determination, giving the English side something to cheer despite the uphill battle they faced. Ecuador 100%, however, quickly restored control of the contest as Ivan Lee grabbed his second goal of the match to make it 5-1. Archie Ring then added another goal for The Vic FC, ensuring the game finished on a competitive note and highlighting the fighting spirit shown by the underdogs throughout the second half.

At full-time, Ecuador 100% recorded another emphatic victory, this time by a 5-2 scoreline, maintaining their perfect record in Group C with three wins from three matches. Their qualification for the Cup competition was now mathematically secured, and with 17 goals scored already, they looked every inch one of the tournament favourites once again. For The Vic FC, despite suffering defeat, there were positives to take from scoring twice against such formidable opposition, and they remained firmly in contention for qualification with one group game still to come.

 
 
 

The next game in Group C took place on Pitch A as Wentworth Arms A faced Sheffield Thursday Navy in a match with significant implications for the race to qualify for the Cup competition. Wentworth Arms A entered the fixture with one win and one defeat from their opening two games, leaving them in joint second place in the standings. A victory here would create breathing space between themselves and the chasing pack. Sheffield Thursday Navy, meanwhile, sat bottom of the table with just one point, but the group remained so tight behind Ecuador 100% that a win could potentially lift them all the way into second position.

The opening half was closely contested, with Sheffield Thursday Navy battling hard to frustrate their opponents and stay in contention. Wentworth Arms A gradually began to assert themselves though, and their breakthrough came through Liam O'Connell. His goal gave Wentworth the advantage and continued his reputation as a reliable source of goals in eurofootballfives tournaments. Sheffield Thursday Navy worked hard to respond before the interval, but Wentworth Arms defended solidly to take a 1-0 lead into half-time.

The second half saw Wentworth Arms A grow stronger and take firmer control of proceedings. Much of that was down to the outstanding form of Phil King, who once again demonstrated his finishing ability in front of goal. He doubled the lead before adding another to complete a brace and take his overall tournament tally to five goals. Sheffield Thursday Navy continued to compete and never stopped working, but they found it difficult to break down a disciplined Wentworth defence while also containing the growing attacking threat at the other end.

At full-time, Wentworth Arms A secured an impressive 3-0 victory that moved them firmly into second place in Group C. With Ecuador 100% already setting the pace at the top, Wentworth Arms now looked favourites to join them in the Cup competition heading into the final round of fixtures. For Sheffield Thursday Navy, the defeat left qualification hopes hanging by a thread, but with one game remaining, they still had a final opportunity to finish the group stage on a positive note.

 
 
 

The next fixture in Group C saw Morocco Team take on Ecuador 100% in what was the South Americans' final group game of the morning. Ecuador 100% had already secured qualification for the Cup competition thanks to three consecutive victories, but they still had further motivation coming into this contest. A point would guarantee them as Group C winners, while a victory would complete a flawless group campaign with a 100% record. Morocco Team, meanwhile, entered the game sitting fourth in the standings. Two points adrift of third place and five behind second, they realistically needed a positive result to keep alive any hopes of sneaking into the Cup places.

Despite the daunting challenge ahead of them, Morocco Team once again demonstrated the defensive qualities that had impressed throughout the day. Ecuador 100%, who had scored at least five goals in every previous game, found themselves frustrated for long periods by a determined and disciplined Moroccan back line. Morocco defended with organisation and intensity, restricting clear-cut opportunities and forcing the tournament favourites to work much harder than they had in earlier matches. By half-time, the score remained 0-0, a significant achievement against such formidable opposition.

The second half continued in much the same fashion, with Morocco Team battling bravely to stay in the contest. Eventually, however, Ecuador 100%'s attacking quality told. Estivan Lastra, one of the leading contenders in the race for the tournament golden boot, produced the breakthrough his side had been searching for to make it 1-0. Once the deadlock had been broken, Ecuador began to find a little more space, and Jose Mosquera, himself a former top scorer in this competition, added a second goal to seal the victory and ensure Ecuador completed the group stage in perfect fashion.

At full-time, Ecuador 100% sealed a 2-0 victory that confirmed them as Group C winners with four wins from four matches. Their attacking prowess had once again been evident, but perhaps even more impressive was the patience they showed against a stubborn and resilient Morocco Team defence. For the Moroccan side, there was disappointment at not managing to claim a point, but this was still a highly creditable performance against one of the strongest teams in the tournament. They remained in fourth position on one point, but could take pride from pushing Ecuador 100% harder than any other side had managed so far.

 
 
 

The penultimate game of Group C saw The Vic FC take on Sheffield Thursday Navy with plenty still riding on the outcome. The Vic FC entered the match sitting in third position and knew that only a victory would realistically give them a chance of progressing to the Cup competition as one of the two best third-placed teams. Sheffield Thursday Navy, meanwhile, already knew they would be heading into the Plate competition regardless of the result, but there was still motivation to finish strongly, build confidence and potentially secure a more favourable quarter-final draw.

The Vic FC approached the contest with real determination and purpose, fully aware of the importance of the occasion. Their positive start was rewarded in the first half when Harry Bradford opened the scoring to put his side 1-0 ahead. Sheffield Thursday Navy continued to compete and looked to respond, but The Vic FC defended with discipline and organisation to preserve their advantage heading into the half-time interval. The game remained finely poised.

In the second half, The Vic FC continued to push for the result they needed and eventually found a crucial second goal through Archie Ring. That strike gave them breathing space and strengthened their hopes of reaching the Cup knockout stages. Sheffield Thursday Navy battled until the end and continued to show good spirit despite the setback, but they could not find a breakthrough against a well-drilled Vic defence. The match finished 2-0, securing an important victory and clean sheet for The Vic FC.

The result lifted The Vic FC onto six points and set up a dramatic situation between the third-placed teams across all three groups. RAF of Portugal secured qualification with a goal difference of minus one, leaving The Vic FC and Eltham International tied on six points and a goal difference of minus two. In the end, it came down to goals scored, and Eltham International edged through to the Cup competition by scoring one more goal than The Vic FC. It was heartbreakingly close for The Vic FC, who could nevertheless take enormous credit for a strong group campaign before turning their attention towards the Plate competition.

 
 
 

The final game of Group C brought together Wentworth Arms A and Morocco Team with both sides still having plenty to play for despite knowing which knockout competitions they were likely heading towards. Wentworth Arms A entered the fixture in second position and knew that a draw or better would guarantee their place in the Cup competition. A defeat, however, could potentially leave them sweating on goal difference depending on other outcomes. Morocco Team, meanwhile, already knew they would be competing in the Plate competition regardless of the result, but there was still significant incentive to finish strongly. A point would guarantee fourth place, while a heavy defeat could potentially see them slip to the bottom of the standings.

The opening half proved to be a closely fought encounter with little to separate the two teams. Wentworth Arms A looked dangerous going forward and took the lead through Ben Webb, whose goal edged the English side in front. Morocco Team responded well though and continued to show the resilience and defensive organisation that had impressed throughout the day. Their reward came through El Mehdi Bougara, who brought the sides level before the interval. At half-time, the score stood at 1-1 and the match remained finely balanced.

The second half continued in entertaining fashion with both sides fully committed to finishing the group phase positively. Phil King maintained his remarkable scoring record by finding the net yet again for Wentworth Arms A, meaning he had now scored in every group game for his side. Morocco Team, however, refused to back down and produced an excellent response. Osama proved to be the hero for the Moroccans as he struck twice to swing the contest in his side's favour and secure a memorable first victory of the tournament. Wentworth Arms A pushed hard for another equaliser, but Morocco Team held firm to complete an impressive comeback.

At full-time, Morocco Team celebrated a 3-2 victory to end their Group C campaign on a real high. After several competitive performances earlier in the day, they finally earned the result their efforts deserved and secured fourth place in the standings. For Wentworth Arms A, despite the disappointment of defeat, they had done enough over the course of the group stage to finish second courtesy of goal difference and therefore qualified for the Cup competition. Their strong attacking displays throughout the morning ensured they would remain a dangerous side heading into the knockout rounds. That result also brought the curtain down on an entertaining and highly competitive Group C campaign.

 
 
Table
 
Team
Pld
Won
Drawn
Lost
For
Agst
Pts

Ecuador 100% (Ecu)

4

4

0

0

19

4

12

Wentworth Arms A (Eng)

4

2

0

2

8

10

6

The Vic FC (Eng)

4

2

0

2

5

7

6

Morocco Team (Mar)

4

1

1

2

4

6

4

Sheffield Thursday Navy (Eng)

4

0

1

3

2

11

1

 
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