East Armidale United vs Demon Knight Daggers – Under 16’s (8:30AM)
The Grand Final is set to be a thrilling encounter as East Armidale takes on DK Daggers. With DK Daggers finishing the season in 1st place and East Armidale in 2nd, this matchup promises to deliver high stakes and intense competition. East Armidale’s recent victory over DK Daggers in the Major Semi-Final adds a layer of intensity to an already high-pressure fixture.
DK Daggers enter the final with an impressive record of 67 goals scored and only 1 goal conceded all season, showcasing their dominant offensive play and near-impenetrable defence. Their solid form has made them a formidable opponent. However, they will be looking to bounce back after their 1-0 loss to East Armidale in the semi-final.
Speaking on the season and upcoming Grand Final, Demon Knights Coach Felipe Faria said: “This season has been full of challenges for us. Injuries and sickness were an unfortunate common theme throughout the season. We were lucky to have the squad depth and the mental strength to push through and make it to the Grand Final.”
“The key to the game will come down to mental strength and desire to win. Fighting for every ball and winning challenges. We intensified our training over the last couple of weeks, and the team is absolutely prepared tactically and mentally.”
Touching on the Major Semi-Final loss, Felipe said “We were not ourselves in that semi-final loss. The drive and desire to win just wasn’t good enough. We regrouped after that loss, talked extensively about the mental side of the game and made a few adjustments to our formation and tactics.”
East Armidale finished the season strong, proving their capability by beating DK Daggers in their last encounter. With 70 goals scored and 7 conceded, they possess a potent attack and a disciplined defence. East Armidale will aim to leverage their recent success and bring their best game to the Grand Final.
East Armidale United Coach, Andrew Boyle applauded his side on their efforts for the season: “They’re a great bunch of kids and it’s been a pleasure to be their coach. Every single one of them are stars and I couldn’t get a better team.”
Speaking on their 1-0 Major Semi-Final win, Boyle said “it was a very tough match. Demon Knights came in very hard and played some good football. We scored a lucky goal to get up 1-0 over them and a good win for the club. The Grand Final is going to be another very tough match for the boys but I know what my team is capable of.”
“We have a great side and some of the boys are just unreal. Our right back, Mevan is fantastic and our goal stopper for the season and up top we have Aymen and Hozan, who are just unreal.
The Grand Final is poised to be a captivating showdown, filled with drama and excitement. Both teams have shown they can compete at the highest level and will dig deep until the final whistle.
South Armidale Sealions vs Norths Red Rooster – Under 12’s (10:00AM)
The Grand Final is set to be an exciting showdown as the South Armidale Sealions face off against the Norths Red Roosters. With South Armidale finishing 1st on 28 points and Norths Red Roosters in 4th on 25 points, both teams have shown they can compete at a high level. This final will be a test of skill, strategy, and determination.
The Sealions enter the final with an impressive record of 56 goals scored and only 8 conceded, showcasing their potent attack and solid defensive play. Their strong performance throughout the season has made them favourites going into this match. Having secured a 2-2 draw and a prior defeat to Norths Red Roosters (2-0) this season, they will be looking to assert their dominance and claim the championship.
Despite finishing in 4th place, Norths Red Roosters have proven they can rise to the occasion, with a record of 55 goals scored and 9 against. Their ability to win crucial matches, including their previous victory over the Sealions, gives them confidence. The Red Roosters will be motivated to repeat their success and upset the higher-seeded Sealions in this Grand Final.
This Grand Final promises to be a thrilling spectacle filled with skill, determination, and high stakes. Both teams are ready to leave it all on the pitch, making it a must-watch event for fans and supporters.
North Redmen vs Demon Knight Saints – Under 13/14’s (11:00AM)
The Grand Final is here, featuring a highly anticipated clash between the North Redmen and the Demon Knight Saints. With North Redmen finishing in 1st place and boasting an impressive record, they will look to secure the championship against a determined Demon Knight Saints side, who have proven they can compete against the best.
North Redmen come into the final with a stellar season, scoring 101 goals while conceding only 3. Their dominant performance has made them the team to beat, showcasing an aggressive attacking style combined with a rock-solid defence. After defeating Demon Knight Saints 1-0 in their earlier encounter and a commanding 6-0 win in the Major Semi-Final, North Redmen will be confident and eager to claim the trophy.
Looking back on a strong season, Norths Redmen Coach Ash Clee credits the success to “being the teams 3rd year in the Under 14’s (competition) and it has been good to see the teamwork finally pay off on the field.”
The Major Semi-Final saw a convincing 6-0 win for North Redmen, but Clee takes that result with a grain of salt: “DK Saints have been the toughest opposition all year. Our last game was probably not a true indication of the closeness of the two teams, but we will be looking at starting in a positive attacking style of play.”
Looking towards the big dance, North Redmen will look “to continue to focus on holding the midfield and building plays from there and not having to rely on our speed at the top.”
Demon Knight Saints finished the season strong in 2nd place with 59 goals scored and 12 conceded. While they have gone down to the North Redmen in the last two encounters, their resilience and ability to adapt will be essential in this high-stakes match as these two teams continue to push one another to become better and better.
Demon Knights Saints Coach, John Kenny spoke favourably on the season: “Demon Knight Saints have had a great year with a few players in the group having played with each other for the last few seasons but all players have worked hard all season to form a great team.”
