OWFA Quarterfinals Return Matches: Teams battle for semifinal spots

Published by [email protected] at April 24, 2025

Posted: Thursday, April 24, 2025. 4:38 pm CST.

Mi Gente have a 2-0 edge over San Estevan Soccer Team. Photo Credit: OWFA

By Rubén Morales Iglesias: The race for the Orange Walk Football Association (OWFA) 1st Division Championship continues this Sunday, April 27, 2025, with four crucial quarterfinal second-leg matchups at the Louisiana Football Field. With semifinal berths on the line, every team will be looking to step up and secure their place in the next round.

Quarterfinal Return Match Schedule

– Mi Gente vs. San Estevan Soccer Team – 11:00 am

– San Jose Pumas vs. Trial Farm Legends – 1:00 am

– Yo Creek United vs. Sandy Field Wolverines – 3:00 pm

– Guinea Grass FC vs. Progresso FC – 5:00 pm

How the Teams Stand and What They Need to Advance

Progresso FC vs. Guinea Grass FC

Progresso FC head into the second leg with a commanding 5-0 advantage after a dominant first-leg victory. Raheim Herbert led the charge with a hat-trick (8’, 37’, 62’), supported by goals from Jareth Tablada (37’) and Luis Pott (68’). Guinea Grass FC face a daunting task, needing to pull off an incredible comeback to overturn the deficit and keep their championship hopes alive.

Yo Creek United vs. Sandy Field Wolverines

Yo Creek United carry a narrow 2-1 lead into the second leg after a hard-fought victory in the first match. Liam Reyes struck twice (41’, 49’) to secure the win, though Sandy Field Wolverines remained competitive with an equalizer from Andre Ramirez (42’). The Wolverines must win by at least two goals to guarantee a semifinal spot, while Yo Creek can advance with a draw or another victory.

Mi Gente vs. San Estevan Soccer Team

Mi Gente secured a 2-0 win in their first encounter, powered by two goals from Dedron Baptist (41’, 70’). San Estevan now need to return the favour with a two-goal victory to force a tiebreaker or a three-goal win to advance outright. Mi Gente will be looking to hold their advantage and seal their spot in the semifinals.

San Jose Pumas vs. Trial Farm Legends

With their first meeting ending in a dramatic 2-2 draw, San Jose Pumas and Trial Farm Legends head into Sunday’s return match with everything on the line. Trial Farm initially took control with two early goals from Kendir Chi (6’, 18’), but the Pumas clawed back thanks to Moses West (35’) and Oscar Castañeda (86’). This second-leg encounter is set to be intense, with both teams needing an outright win to move forward.

Fans are encouraged to come out and support their teams, with an entrance fee of $7.00. With spots in the semifinals hanging in the balance, expect a thrilling day of football action at the Louisiana Football Field in Orange Walk. Sunday will decide it all!

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