DABOYSFC 17 BOYS Edge Boca Juniors FC In Thrilling 3-2 Away Win

DABOYSFC 17 BOYS travelled to Eldorado Park Extension 6 to face Boca Juniors FC in a league away fixture on 11 October 2025, kicking off promptly at 12:00pm. The match unfolded over 70 minutes plus added time, culminating in a pulsating 3-2 victory for the visitors.

Deploying a 4-3-3 formation, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS set up with Justin Bowers guarding the goal. The defensive line featured Jaylin Nell at right back, Clinton Hornby and Jayden Moorkey as central defenders, and Aden Holland covering the left flank. In midfield, Luqmaan Van Schalkwyk operated on the right, Kaylin Louw held the central midfield role, while Zaidin Fisher took up the left midfield position. The attacking trio consisted of Casavin Booysens on the right wing, Cristiano Petersen leading as the central striker, and Leonardo Malaza on the left wing. The formation was designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking width and central penetration. On the bench, Jesse Hendricks and Shayan Baaitjies awaited their chance to influence the game.

The match burst into life early on when Cristiano Petersen opened the scoring in the 16th minute, demonstrating his predatory instincts in front of goal. However, Boca Juniors FC responded swiftly, levelling the score just five minutes later in the 21st minute, signalling a contest that would ebb and flow throughout.

Petersen was undeterred and restored DABOYSFC 17 BOYS’ lead with a clinical finish in the 26th minute, underlining his importance to the side and justifying his eventual player of the match accolade. Yet again, Boca Juniors FC showed resilience, drawing level once more in the 31st minute to set up a tense remainder of the half.

The first half concluded at the 35-minute mark, with the teams locked at 2-2, reflecting a fiercely competitive encounter.

Early in the second half, tactical changes were introduced by DABOYSFC 17 BOYS. At 51 minutes, Jesse Hendricks replaced Leonardo Malaza, injecting fresh energy into the left forward position. Shortly after, at 56 minutes, Shayan Baaitjies came on for Casavin Booysens on the right wing, signalling a shift in attacking options.

These substitutions paid dividends as Jesse Hendricks made a decisive impact by netting the winning goal in the 70th minute. His strike proved to be the match-winner, securing a vital three points for DABOYSFC 17 BOYS on the road.

Throughout the match, the defensive unit, marshalled by Clinton Hornby and Jayden Moorkey, worked tirelessly to contain Boca Juniors FC’s attacking threats, while the midfield trio balanced creativity and defensive duties effectively. Justin Bowers in goal was called upon at key moments to maintain the slender lead.

Cristiano Petersen’s brace and overall influence on the game earned him the player of the match honours, highlighting his role as the talismanic figure in DABOYSFC 17 BOYS’ attacking line.

In a thrilling contest marked by quickfire goals and tactical adjustments, DABOYSFC 17 BOYS emerged victorious, demonstrating resilience and clinical finishing to overcome Boca Juniors FC 3-2 away from home.