SIAFL | 🏆 SZ Athletic Crowned SIAFL 2024 Champions in Thrilling 5-3 Comeback Victory!

🏆 SZ Athletic Crowned SIAFL 2024 Champions in Thrilling 5-3 Comeback Victory!

By: Dmitry Antonov
📅Nov 20 2024 1:16PM

638677060232271181 Tao Yuan Pitch, Shenzhen, China - SZ Athletic secured the league title in a dramatic fashion, overcoming a first-half deficit to triumph 5-3 against a spirited Tigers F.C. side. The match, a spectacle of attacking prowess from both sides, saw Carlos Leonel emerge as the hero for the champions, netting an incredible four goals.

Tigers F.C. drew first blood, capitalizing on early opportunities to establish a commanding lead. Gabriel Sales de Andrade Costa proved a constant threat, bagging a double within the first 30 minutes of the match.

However, the champions showed their mettle in the second half, mounting an incredible comeback that left Tigers F.C. reeling. Carlos Leonel spearheaded the charge, single-handedly turning the tide with a display of clinical finishing. He found the back of the net in the 21st, 51st, 85th, and 90th minute, leaving the opposition stunned.

Adding to Tigers F.C.'s woes, Alex Kolpakov further solidified the victory for SZ Athletic with a goal in the 57th minute. Despite putting up a valiant fight, Tigers F.C. couldn't contain the champions' second-half surge.

The final whistle sparked wild celebrations amongst the SZ Athletic players and fans, echoing across the Tao Yuan Pitch. This wasn't just another victory; it was a statement. SZ Athletic had completed a historic three-peat, securing their place as the dominant force in SIAFL history. The victory, hard-fought and well-earned, was a testament to the team's unwavering resilience and determination, marking them as true champions for the third consecutive season.

The match highlights available on: SIAFL TV