Capital FC and Milerock clash in tomorrow’s million dollar final
TYRIC McAllister showcased an outstanding performance, scoring nine goals to lead Capital FC to a thrilling 14-10 overtime victory over Botafago in the semi-finals of the Upper Demerara Football Association’s (UDFA) Banks DIH/Jai Signs Inter Club year-end Futsal championship at the Retrieve Hard Court.
In the first semifinal, Capital FC initially dominated, leading 5-2 at halftime and extending their advantage to 7-3 in the second half.
Omar Brewely responded with five goals for Botafago, countering Jashawn Moore’s two first-half strikes. Amaniki Buntin’s hat-trick helped Botafago secure a 10-9 lead, but McAllister equalised with less than a minute remaining, sending the game into overtime. McAllister continued his scoring spree, netting four more goals to seal the victory at 14-10.
Duquan Wilson, Emmanuel Atkins, and Mortimer Giddings (Jr.) also contributed goals for Capital FC, while Brewley added five more for Botafago, supported by Buntin’s three and Moore’s double. McAllister’s remarkable nine-goal performance earned his team a shot at the $1 million prize in tomorrow’s final (New Year’s day).
The second semi-final featured Milerock defeating a fatigued Winners Connection side 4-2, with a 3-1 lead at halftime. Allan Halley, Marcus Tudor (two goals), and Jonah Simon scored for Milerock, while Andre Phillips and Nicholas Gentle found the net for Winners Connection.
Tomorrow, Capital FC will vie for the top prize against Milerock, while Winners Connection and Botafago will face off in the third-place playoff. The championship is sponsored by Banks DIH, Jai Signs, Bosai Minerals Group (Guyana) Inc., B. Harry Lumber Yard and General Store, and Jermaine and Son Supermarket.