Gozo Stadium hosted an exciting afternoon of football on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as the GFA Knock-Out 2nd Division semi-finals took place. Sannat Lions FC and Kercem Ajax FC emerged victorious, securing their places in the final.
Sannat Lions Edge Munxar Falcons in a Hard-Fought Battle
In the first semi-final, Sannat Lions FC came from behind to claim a 2-1 victory over Munxar Falcons FC.
- Daniel Azzopardi put Munxar ahead in the 8th minute with an early goal.
- Aud-Gustine James Obaje led the Sannat comeback, scoring twice in the second half (54’ and 82’) to seal the win.
- Sannat Lions were reduced to 10 men in stoppage time when Christian Dingli received a red card in the 90+2 minute.
Despite a strong effort from Munxar, Sannat Lions’ resilience and Obaje’s brilliance secured their spot in the final.
Kercem Ajax Dominate Gharb Rangers in a Goal Fest
The second semi-final saw Kercem Ajax FC deliver a commanding 6-0 victory over Gharb Rangers FC in a one-sided contest.
- Ryan Saliba opened the scoring in the 10th minute.
- Cesar Velez Da Silva stole the show with a hat-trick (16’, 62’, 67’), showcasing his attacking prowess.
- Samuel Azzopardi added two goals (66’ and 71’), sealing an emphatic win.
Kercem Ajax’s dominant performance underlined their title ambitions as they cruised into the final with ease.
GFA Knock-Out 2nd Division Final Awaits
Sannat Lions FC and Kercem Ajax FC will now face off in the highly anticipated GFA Knock-Out 2nd Division final. With both teams in strong form, an intense battle for the trophy is expected.
