Penalty box infringements cost Brampton City Utd dearly after taking an early lead in the game against Niagara United at Victoria Park Sunday afternoon, while in one evening encounter York Region Shooters recovered from an early second half set-back to eventually control the game and defeat North York Astros.
It took just two minutes for Niagara United to equalize from the penalty spot after referee Gianni Fucchini ordered the kick following a hand ball inside the box. Mohammed Mohammed beat
As the second half progressed the game appeared headed for a tie until referee Facchini ordered a second penalty to the visitors following a rough challenge by Brampton goalkeeper Awitor Kodzo on an incoming Niagara forward, and Anthony Mermigas scored from the spot at the 88th minute mark. The game ended 2-1 in favour of Niagara United for their fifth victory of the season.
Following a scoreless first half at the St. Joan of Arc ground in Maple, York Region Shooters had to come from a 1-0 deficit in the second half following an opening goal by
York Region equalized five minutes later, a goal by midfielder Andre Manders and Sargon Mate made it 2-1 for the home side, a low shot that found the net at the 84th minute mark.
York Region Shooters were also awarded a penalty when Kadian Leckie was brought down in the box and the York Region forward took the kick to beat Astros’ goalkeeper Enea Perego for a 3-1 score at 88 minutes and the score held to the final whistle.
There was one game in the CSL Second Division Sunday, Brampton City Utd defeating Niagara United B 5-4.
Weekend summary:
FRIDAY
SC
SATURDAY
FIRST DIVISION
SECOND DIVISION
SUNDAY
FIRST DIVISION
Niagara United 2,
SECOND DIVISION
