MFL 2024: Matchweek 3 Recap
Southall and Greenford Play Out a Thrilling 3-3 Draw
In a match that lived up to expectations, Southall and Greenford played out a dramatic 3-3 draw, with both sides showing why this fixture is always one to watch. Southall took the early advantage with a well-taken goal from Muddasir, setting the tone for a competitive clash. Greenford quickly responded as Zain netted from a Wahaj layoff, bringing the game back into balance.
The action continued with Slough’s Faiz scoring a brilliant solo goal to put them ahead. As the game approached its conclusion, Greenford pushed back, and a late penalty gave Imran the chance to equalise, which he did with calm precision. Although Greenford came close to sealing the win, the match ended with honours even, leaving both sides with plenty to reflect on in this hard-fought encounter.
Slough vs Hounslow South: A Masterclass from Slough (10-2)
Slough put on a dominant display against Hounslow South, cruising to a 10-2 victory. The dynamic duo of Bilal and Ridwan were in full flow, racking up goals and assists between them. Bilal opened the scoring in just 5 minutes, with Ridwan adding a second shortly after. The pair continued to terrorise the Hounslow defence, with Bilal bagging a hat-trick and Ridwan netting five times in total, including several moments of individual brilliance.
Hounslow South managed to pull back two goals, with Ahmer finding the net twice, but it was not enough to stem the tide of Slough’s relentless attack.
Hayes vs Hounslow North: MFL Rivalry Showdown Ends in Hayes Comeback (4-3)
In what was one of the most highly anticipated matches of the season, Hayes and Hounslow North—long-standing rivals who had met in the previous two MFL finals—faced off in a thrilling encounter. Both teams came into the match as favourites, and the game lived up to its billing.
Hounslow North took a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half, thanks to goals from Rameez Rana, who showed individual brilliance on multiple occasions. However, Hayes refused to back down, and a second-half resurgence saw Zinedine play a pivotal role. Scoring a quick double in the last 15 minutes, Zinedine’s leadership was on full display. He capped off the game with a late winner in the 49th minute, assisted by a long ball from Daniyal, completing a remarkable comeback and securing a hard-fought victory for Hayes.
This week’s matches were filled with excitement, tight contests, and plenty of standout individual performances. With the season heating up, it will be interesting to see who continues to shine in the coming weeks!