Spikes Secure Solid 2-0 Win Over Sirikwa FC At Annex Grounds

THE SPIKES welcomed SIRIKWA FC to the Annex Grounds on 20 September 2025 for a 10:30am kick-off in a tightly contested 11-a-side encounter. The home side emerged victorious with a 2-0 scoreline after 90 minutes of football, maintaining a clean sheet and asserting control throughout the match.

THE SPIKES lined up in a classic 4-3-3 formation, deploying four defenders across the backline, three midfielders centrally, and a front three tasked with providing width and penetration. The defensive unit was expected to maintain solidity and discipline, while the midfield trio aimed to control possession and link play effectively between defence and attack. Up front, the three forwards were charged with stretching SIRIKWA FC’s defence and creating goal-scoring opportunities.

No substitutes were named for THE SPIKES or SIRIKWA FC ahead of the match, meaning both teams relied on their starting elevens to see out the full 90 minutes.

The first half saw both sides test each other cautiously, with neither team able to break the deadlock before the interval. The referee, Marcus Ascencio, maintained a steady control over the proceedings, allowing the game to flow while keeping a close eye on any potential infringements. At half-time, the score remained 0-0, reflecting a balanced contest in the opening 45 minutes.

In the second half, THE SPIKES began to assert themselves more decisively. Their midfield, marshalled expertly by Musee Stano, who would later be named Player of the Match, started to dominate possession and dictate the tempo. Stano’s influence was pivotal in unlocking SIRIKWA FC’s defensive lines, providing key passes and driving runs that unsettled the visitors.

THE SPIKES eventually broke the deadlock with a well-worked goal that showcased their attacking intent and clinical finishing. The home side’s forwards combined effectively, capitalising on the space created by the midfield’s control. The second goal followed as THE SPIKES continued to press, demonstrating their superiority and ensuring the three points were secured with a comfortable margin.

Defensively, THE SPIKES were resolute, denying SIRIKWA FC any clear-cut chances throughout the match. The back four remained disciplined and well-organised, effectively neutralising the visitors’ attacking threats and maintaining a clean sheet.

The match concluded with THE SPIKES celebrating a deserved 2-0 victory, a result that reflected their tactical discipline, midfield mastery, and attacking efficiency. Musee Stano’s outstanding performance in midfield was instrumental in the win, earning him well-deserved recognition as Player of the Match.