Monday, September 26, 2011

Sporting seal historic F.A Vase victory

Emdad Rahman

Sawbridgeworth 1-3 Sporting Bengals United (FA Vase Second qualifier)

Sporting Bengal despatched Sawbridgeworth of the Essex senior League to book a place in the first round proper of the FA Vase.

Tower Hamlets based Sporting took the lead on the half hour Mark Javier Riveria hit home from the penalty spot. Bengal raises the tempo to high with the midfield pairing of Shahed Ahmed and Kirt O'Brien dictating play.

In the second half Riveria struck another penalty after a Sawbridgeworth defender under pressure from Stephen Forbes, handled in his own area.

The brilliant Riveria sealed a glorious hat trick in the 75th minute, taking his tally to 7 goals in 5 games. There was time for a consolation as Sawbridgeworth grabbed a late 87th minute penalty.

Sporting manager Mamun Chowdhury MBE said, "This is a very proud moment for us all and our community. I have a big squad this year with most of the players experienced enough at this level to see off these teams and collect important wins. We now have a series of games coming up so a large squad is important to have to maintain our good form."

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