With this being both teams’ second game, each ISB and ISKL had a great opportunity to increase their position in the soccer round robin matches. ISB, having previously drawn ISM, was looking for their first win. On the other hand, ISKL looked hungry to continue their dominating performance from their first game victory against TAS.
The first half of the game was action packed. Just 40 seconds after tip off, ISB took an early lead thanks to a lighting fast sequence in the right wing by Koki. The ISB Panthers looked to cruise past ISKL and go for the win. ISB began playing with more and more intensity as ISKL dominated possession of the ball..
However, this aggression was met with retaliation from as ISKL with a rocket-like strike from ISKL player Hero who took an opportunity when the ISB goalie was out of the goal. From then on, it was a tough battle for both teams as each kick became more and more precious.
Late in the first half ISB broke through with an amazing combination from a distant freekick from France to a brilliant header for a goal, giving ISB the lead at halftime with a score of 2-1.
The second half began in a similar fashion, but with a different story. This time it was ISKL’s turn to score quickly. At the 5 minute mark, a free kick to a header from Alvis leveled the playing field to 2-2. Throughout the game, all the players played rough, but from this point onwards the physicality increased twice as much. There were more fouls and injuries as the drive to win started to kick in. Ultimately, ISB prevailed. With multiple close shots on goal, they finally found a sliver of an opening with a beautiful shot from the right wing. The final score was 3-2, ISB Panthers coming out on top.
Both teams played with grit and intensity, showcased in their willingness to fight for every ball. We wish both of them the best of luck in their future games!
Writer: Keitaro H.
Editor: Liz S.
The first half of the game was action packed. Just 40 seconds after tip off, ISB took an early lead thanks to a lighting fast sequence in the right wing by Koki. The ISB Panthers looked to cruise past ISKL and go for the win. ISB began playing with more and more intensity as ISKL dominated possession of the ball..
However, this aggression was met with retaliation from as ISKL with a rocket-like strike from ISKL player Hero who took an opportunity when the ISB goalie was out of the goal. From then on, it was a tough battle for both teams as each kick became more and more precious.
Late in the first half ISB broke through with an amazing combination from a distant freekick from France to a brilliant header for a goal, giving ISB the lead at halftime with a score of 2-1.
The second half began in a similar fashion, but with a different story. This time it was ISKL’s turn to score quickly. At the 5 minute mark, a free kick to a header from Alvis leveled the playing field to 2-2. Throughout the game, all the players played rough, but from this point onwards the physicality increased twice as much. There were more fouls and injuries as the drive to win started to kick in. Ultimately, ISB prevailed. With multiple close shots on goal, they finally found a sliver of an opening with a beautiful shot from the right wing. The final score was 3-2, ISB Panthers coming out on top.
Both teams played with grit and intensity, showcased in their willingness to fight for every ball. We wish both of them the best of luck in their future games!
Writer: Keitaro H.
Editor: Liz S.