TAFA dominate back to school football tournament at New Hope ground in Nakuru

1. Talanta Africa Football Academy (TAFA) recently dominated the Back to School Football Tournament held at the New Hope Soccer Academy grounds in Naivasha, Nakuru County, underlining their growing reputation as a powerhouse in youth football after putting on a commanding and entertaining display against New Hope Soccer Academy.

The Under-13 category provided one of the most exciting matches of the tournament. TAFA and New Hope Soccer Academy played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in regular time, with both teams showing great skill and determination. The contest was eventually decided in a post-match shootout, where TAFA kept their composure to secure a 4-3 victory and lift the Under-13 title.

TAFA’s dominance was most evident in the Under-10 category, where they completely overwhelmed their hosts. In the first match, TAFA recorded a convincing 7-0 win, displaying superior teamwork and clinical finishing. They followed this up with an even more emphatic performance in the second match, humiliating New Hope Soccer Academy 10-1 to leave no doubt about their superiority.

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The Under-12 category saw a brief resurgence for New Hope Soccer Academy, who edged TAFA 2-1 in the first encounter. However, TAFA responded in ruthless fashion in the return fixture, dismantling their opponents 7-0 in a one-sided match that showcased their attacking depth and defensive discipline.

In the Under-15 category, TAFA capped off a highly successful tournament by defeating New Hope Soccer Academy 4-2, sealing an overall dominant performance. The results highlighted TAFA’s strong youth development structure and promising future.

By Our reporter