Central Coast records crucial win over Solomon Warriors in midweek clash at Lawson Tama

In a thrilling match that took place at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara, the Central Coast football team secured an impressive victory over the defending champions, Solomon Warriors, in a 3-2 win. The match, played on Wednesday, June 28th, was a catch-up game with high stakes for Central Coast, who were determined to climb back to the top of the Telekom S-League table.

The match got off to an electrifying start when Central Coast’s Junior Fordney found the back of the net within the first minute of the game. It was a stunning goal that set the tone for the rest of the match and immediately put the defending champions on the back foot. Central Coast’s early lead was a testament to their attacking prowess and their intent to dominate the game.

Not content with just one goal, Central Coast continued their attacking onslaught, and in the 12th minute mark, Junior David doubled their advantage. The scoreline was now 2-0 in favor of Central Coast, leaving the Warriors stunned and struggling to find a response.

The defending champions, however, displayed their resilience and determination in the second half. At the 69th minute, the Vanuatu international, John Alick, found the back of the net, giving the Warriors a glimmer of hope. The goal injected new energy into the match and signaled a potential comeback for the defending champions.

Central Coast, however, had other plans. Just three minutes after Alick’s goal, Junior Fordney struck again, extending Central Coast’s lead and completing his brace for the day. The impressive performance by Fordney showcased his clinical finishing and his ability to make a significant impact on the game.

As the match approached its conclusion, the Warriors fought valiantly to salvage something from the game. In injury time, John Alick managed to score his second goal of the match, providing a late surge of excitement. However, it proved to be too little, too late for the defending champions, as Central Coast held on to secure a hard-fought 3-2 victory.

The win was crucial for Central Coast as they aimed to reclaim their position at the top of the Telekom S-League table. The victory showcased their strength, resilience, and determination, as they outperformed the defending champions in an intense and closely contested match. It was a statement win that demonstrated Central Coast’s title aspirations and their ability to compete against the best teams in the league.