Lions Stay on Top of SIFL & SPL
After a well-deserved Chinese New Year break, the Lions came back sharp and motivated — and it showed on the pitch. With strong wins in both leagues, we continue our unbeaten run in 2013 and remain top of the table in both SIFL and SPL!
⚽ [SIFL] Azzurri FC 0–6 Shanghai Lions
📆 February 23, 2013
This match was marked as one of the most important of the season, and for the first time, the word “championship” started circulating.
Despite a sloppy first half, our defense and bench depth made the difference. A great cross from captain Jerome found Remy, who opened the score just before halftime. Fueled by a mysterious vitamin water and his own determination, Jerome then blasted a rocket into the top corner — a clear contender for goal of the season.
Second half dominance followed:
- ⚽ Matthieu scored twice with headers (reason enough not to cut his hair?)
- ⚽ Jonny scored with his right foot (he’s a lefty!)
- ⚽ Romain buried a one-on-one
- ❌ Gwenn missed a similar chance (but still put in a solid shift)
Final score: 6–0
🟢 12 games unbeaten
🟢 69 goals scored
🟢 13 conceded
🟢 Ice-cold beers to celebrate
🏆 Next: A must-win Cup match next weekend as we chase the double!
⚽ [SPL] Galacticos FC 0–11 Shanghai Lions
📆 February 24, 2013
With a lighter squad and an opponent stuck at the bottom of the table, the focus was on boosting goal difference — and we did just that.
First half:
- ❌ Joel launched a penalty into orbit
- ❌ Ahmet missed from under a meter
- ⏱️ Only 2–0 at halftime
Second half:
- 🔁 Formation switch = total domination
- 🔟 Galacticos down to 10 men
- ⚽ Gwenn surprisingly scored two (missed three more, muttering “Putain Putain”)
- ❌ Michael missed a header from two feet (claiming the goal was “too close to see”)
- 🧤 Thomas had a quiet day but secured our 4th clean sheet in a row
Final score: 11–0
🔝 With this, we now lead the SPL standings and are building serious momentum.
🗓️ What’s Next?
Next Sunday, our Veteran Lions will kick off their first league match of the season. Let’s keep the energy going and support across all teams!
🦁 Stay focused. Stay humble. Stay hungry.
Cheers,
Freek
