Omonia Youth FC’s Weekend of Outstanding Team Efforts and Progress (3rd Nov)
November 4, 2024
Omonia Youth FC, proudly sponsored by Stef & Philips, celebrated another successful weekend across various age groups. Each team demonstrated commitment, resilience, and skill, underscoring the club’s commitment to development and sportsmanship.
U9 Silver – A Game of Two Halves: The U9 Silver boys displayed strong focus and passing accuracy in the first half, which resulted in several good attacking moves. Despite an even game, they were a bit wasteful in front of goal. In the second half, focus waned slightly, leading to missed scoring opportunities due to rushed shots. The team aims to work on their passing, shooting accuracy, and decision-making, developing football knowledge to improve game management.
Kyri Karaiskakis & Paolo Di Bernado
Omonia Youth FC U9 Silver team
U14 Green – 3-1 Victory with a Second-Half Comeback: In a challenging match against familiar opponents, the U14 Green team staged a remarkable second-half comeback after trailing 1-0 at halftime. Upping their game, they dominated the latter part of the match, scoring three goals in the final 15 minutes. The goals from Ivan, Leo, and Dimi sealed a deserved 3-1 victory, marking a confident display in the WFL Red Division.
Jack Markou & Manos Hadjimanolis
Omonia Youth FC U14 Green team
U12 Green Girls – Fighting Spirit Against Top Opponents: The U12 Girls Green team faced the top team in their division and began with a strong showing, taking the game to a 2-2 draw by halftime. In the second half, fatigue allowed the opposition to capitalise, though the team pushed back and managed another goal before the end, resulting in a 6-3 defeat. Alexia, Taylor, and Evie scored, with Evie also named Player of the Match for her leadership as captain.
Jacob Mitchell
Omonia Youth FC U12 Green team
U12 White girls – Impressive 6-0 Win with Only Eight Players: Traveling to Essex with just eight players and no regular goalkeeper, the U12 Girls White team delivered an impressive performance, scoring six goals in the first half alone. Melissa, Paris, Natalie, and Poppy led the scoring efforts, while standout defensive displays from Mila and Laila kept a clean sheet. Mila and Laila were named Players of the Match for their disciplined play and effective protection of the goal.
Tony Sylvan & Seema Golding
Omonia Youth FC U12 White team
U8 Green – Resilience and Growth on the Road: The U8 Green team had a challenging first half, struggling to mark opponents effectively. Thanks to some impressive goalkeeping from Marco, the team stayed competitive. In the second half, the boys reset and held their own, creating half-chances and displaying skill with Michael earning Player of the Match for his dribbling and ball control. Both parents and coaches were supportive, creating a positive atmosphere.
Andy Savas & Dominic Willcock
U9 Green – Competitive Display Against Strong Opponents: The U9 Green boys showcased determination against a strong opponent, SFC Orange. After a slow start, they found their rhythm and finished the first half with some well-executed goals. In the second half, the Greens dominated possession, playing cohesive football that demonstrated their improvement and team spirit.
Kyp Panaretou & Ben Devons
Omonia Youth FC U9 Green team
U11 White – Dominant Display with Versatility: The U11 White team delivered a commanding performance, quickly establishing control with fluid ball movement and excellent teamwork. They created numerous scoring opportunities in the first half and continued to experiment with new positions in the second. While they identified areas for improvement, particularly in defending set pieces, the team’s overall display showed significant growth.
Abdi Ismail, Christos Hajipapas & Fahd Kashmiri
Omonia Youth FC U11 White team
U13 Silver – Hard-Fought 3-3 Draw: The U13 Silver team had a competitive league match, ultimately drawing 3-3. Despite leading three times, they allowed their opponents back due to defensive errors. Albion scored twice in the first half, and debutant Alan added a third in the second. The team’s effort without any substitutes was commendable, with valuable lessons to carry forward into the next match.
George Sammoutis & Mitual
U15 White Girls – Dominant Season Opener with a 7-1 Win: The U15 White Girls kicked off their season with a resounding 7-1 win. They implemented tactical improvements, including marking, pressing, and ball control. Sofia, scoring a hat-trick and assisting Zoe, earned Player of the Match honours. Elena added two goals, and Isabella contributed with a long-range shot, all reflecting the team’s commitment to continuous improvement.
Anthony Mattas & Tony Stylianides
Omonia Youth FC U15 White girls team
U18 Girls – Confident 4-0 Win Against Tough Opponents
The U18 Girls secured a decisive 4-0 victory, with Shekhinah scoring all four goals. The first half was scrappy, but a motivational half-time talk led to an energised second half. Georgia earned Player of the Match for her relentless pressing, while Nicole made key saves to secure a clean sheet, underscoring a commanding performance.
Sophia Karanicholas & Samuel Arthur
U15 Green – Narrow 4-3 Defeat but Strong Progress: Despite a 4-3 loss, the U15 Green boys showcased significant improvement. The team followed their coaches’ instructions closely and delivered their best half of the season so far. Coaches encouraged the players to channel their emotions constructively, focusing on their growth and resilience. The team’s positive attitude and progress were notable throughout the match.
Samuel Arthur & John Frangou
Omonia Youth FC’s teams continued to build on their skills, emphasising learning and teamwork across all age groups. This weekend’s games reflected the dedication of the players and coaches to fostering a positive, growth-focused environment that strengthens both their competitive edge and sportsmanship.
Should you feel enthused and want to know more about Omonia Youth FC, you can contact the club via the form on our Contact Us page, email the club at queries@omoniayouthfc.com, as well as following the club on X/Twitter @OmoniaYouthFC, Facebook @OmoniaYouthFC and Instagram @OmoniaYouthFC1994.
Witten by Ali Emir on 3rd Nov