Results
 

Maruru (Spa)

6

V

0

Purple Nurple (Eng)

Very Old Salesians B (Eng)

1

V

6

Skidmarks (Eng)

Ecuador 100% Vets (Ecu)

6

V

1

Purple Nurple (Eng)

Maruru (Spa)

1

V

2

Skidmarks (Eng)

Very Old Salesians B (Eng)

1

V

3

Ecuador 100% Vets (Ecu)

 
 

With all teams in Group A having now played twice, Maruru took to the field against a Purple Nurple side still searching for their first points and first goals of the tournament. Maruru arrived in joint second place after a win from their opening two matches, while Purple Nurple were rooted near the bottom of the standings and in need of a spark to revive their campaign.

The Spanish side made a strong start and quickly asserted control of the contest. Salvador Ramon Benitez opened the scoring, continuing his excellent individual form with his third goal of the day and setting the tone for a dominant Maruru performance. Purple Nurple struggled to cope with the movement and finishing quality on display, and the pressure soon told again.

The second goal was added by Antoni Torres Adrouer to double the advantage, before Salvador Ramon Benitez struck again to make it 3–0 and effectively put the game beyond reach before the interval. Maruru's attacking combinations were sharp and clinical, while Purple Nurple were unable to find any rhythm or response in a difficult first half.

The second half belonged entirely to Antoni Torres Adrouer, who produced a superb hat-trick after the break to take his personal tally to four goals and seal a comprehensive 6–0 victory. His finishing and movement earned him man-of-the-match honours in a dominant team display, as Maruru strengthened their position near the top of the group. For Purple Nurple, it was another heavy defeat and a frustrating afternoon as they continued to search for a breakthrough in the competition.

 
 
 

Skidmarks continued their relentless march through Group A with another commanding performance, defeating Very Old Salesians B 6–1 in a clash that pitted the group leaders against a side searching for consistency. Coming into the match with two wins from two, ten goals scored and none conceded, Skidmarks had already established themselves as the standout team of the tournament, and this latest display only reinforced that status.

They made their intentions clear early on, with Luke Hatfield opening the scoring to set the tone for another dominant outing. Richard Keeley added a second, continuing his excellent tournament form, before Rupert Harvey extended the lead further as Skidmarks overwhelmed their opponents with pace, precision and clinical finishing in the first half.

After the interval, Skidmarks showed no sign of easing off. Jamie Dewinter added a fourth goal before Ashley Britten and Josh Williams both got on the scoresheet to complete a comprehensive attacking display. Very Old Salesians B did at least manage a consolation when Liam Moth broke Skidmarks' previously flawless defensive record, scoring the first goal conceded by the tournament favourites. However, it did little to alter the outcome, as Skidmarks cruised to a 6–1 victory and maintained their 100% record at the top of Group A, firmly establishing themselves as the team to beat heading into the final round of group matches.

 
 
 

Ecuador 100% Vets responded to the setback of their previous match in emphatic fashion, sweeping aside Purple Nurple 6–1 to keep their title defence firmly on track in Group A. With Purple Nurple facing a must-win scenario to keep their hopes of progression alive, the stakes were high, but the match quickly moved beyond a contest as the defending champions imposed themselves with authority from the outset.

Andres Dorado set the tone early with the opening goal, and Ecuador 100% Vets never looked back as Brian Molina added a quick-fire brace to extend the lead. Dorado struck again before halftime to complete a dominant first-half display, with Ecuador 100% Vets going into the break 4–0 ahead and in full control of both possession and territory.

Purple Nurple, despite their difficult position in the table, continued to compete in the second half and were eventually rewarded with a memorable moment when Stephen Wood scored their first goal of the tournament and their first in European competition, a highlight in an otherwise challenging campaign. However, the response from Ecuador 100% Vets was immediate and decisive, as Eric Prieto added a fifth to restore their dominance.

The final word belonged to Brian Molina, who completed his hat-trick with the sixth goal of the afternoon to seal a comprehensive 6–1 victory. The result ensured Ecuador 100% Vets remained firmly in contention for both progression and potential title defence, while Purple Nurple's tournament came to an end without further points, but at least with a moment of history to take away from their final appearance.

 
 
 

80% of Group B games were now completed with just 2 to go. Maruru and Skidmarks produced a tense and high-quality encounter in the penultimate Group A fixture, with both sides still having everything to play for at the top end of the table. Maruru arrived knowing victory was essential to maintain realistic hopes of reaching the cup competition, while Skidmarks were already guaranteed Cup qualification but chasing the Group A win and a 100% record after an outstanding tournament so far.

The match lived up to expectations in a competitive first half, with both teams showing why they had been in the winners' enclosure at previous events. Maruru struck first through Mark Torres Jimenez, giving them a crucial early advantage and briefly strengthening their position in the live standings. However, Skidmarks responded in typical fashion, with Richard Keeley finding the equaliser to keep his side's unbeaten run intact. The teams went into halftime locked at 1–1, with everything still to play for.

The second half remained finely balanced, with chances at a premium as both defences held firm under increasing pressure. Just when the game looked destined to end level, Rupert Harvey delivered at a decisive moment, scoring what would prove to be the winning goal. The strike, his fourth of the tournament, underlined his importance to a Skidmarks side that continued to find match-winners across the pitch.

That goal secured a 2–1 victory and confirmed Skidmarks as Group A winners with a maximum 12 points from 12, capping a dominant group-stage campaign in style. For Maruru, the narrow defeat left their qualification hopes hanging in the balance, with their fate now dependent on other results and goal difference, and the likelihood growing that they would have to settle for a place in the Plate competition despite a strong overall showing.

 
 
 

Ecuador 100% Vets secured their place in the Cup competition with a professional and controlled 3–1 victory over Very Old Salesians B in the final Group A fixture. Knowing that a draw or better would guarantee second place and keep their title defence alive, the defending champions approached the match with focus and composure, while their opponents were already assured of a Plate competition place and able to play with freedom and without pressure on the outcome.

The Ecuadorian side struck first through Andres Dorado, who continued his outstanding tournament form by scoring his fifth goal of the competition. However, Very Old Salesians B responded well and equalised through Johnny Hudson, ensuring a competitive and evenly balanced first half. The game remained tightly contested throughout the opening period, with both sides creating opportunities in an end-to-end contest.

Ecuador 100% Vets restored their advantage before the break when Eric Prieto found the net to make it 2–1 at half-time, giving the champions a crucial lead in a match that still hung in the balance. Their ability to strike at key moments once again proved decisive, particularly against an organised and determined Salesians side. In the second half, Ecuador 100% Vets took further control as Pau Roman extended the lead to 3–1, effectively sealing the result. Very Old Salesians B continued to compete and put in a respectable performance, but they were unable to pull a goal back. The final whistle confirmed Ecuador 100% Vets' qualification into the Cup competition while Very Old Salesians B moved into the Plate with positives to take from a spirited campaign in what was a very tough group.

 
 
 
Table
 
Team
Pld
Won
Drawn
Lost
For
Agst
Pts

Skidmarks (Eng)

4

4

0

0

18

2

12

Ecuador 100% Vets (Ecu)

4

3

0

1

11

4

9

Maruru (Spa)

4

2

0

2

13

4

6

Very Old Salesians B (Eng)

4

1

0

3

6

14

3

Purple Nurple (Eng)

4

0

0

4

1

25

0

 
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