Elite SC and 345 FC to Face Off in U-17 FA Cup Final

Elite SC dismantled their opponents early, with Brown finding the net in the sixth, eighth, and 10th minutes to establish a commanding three-goal cushion. Academy SC struggled to find any rhythm until the interval, leaving them in a deep hole that nearly became an improbable comeback. Nacir Smith provided the spark for the opposition, converting two penalties in the 69th and 75th minutes to narrow the deficit. Elite’s defense faced relentless pressure in the closing stages, compounded by a disciplinary breakdown that saw the team collect five yellow cards and one red card before the final whistle.

Academy SC player Mikael Hall admitted that the lack of early momentum proved fatal to their championship aspirations. Meanwhile, the tournament's other semi-final saw 345 FC overcome a 3-1 second-half deficit against George Town SC. After goals from Keeshawn Watson and a brace from Ra’Jon Boothe put George Town in control, 345 FC responded through Lucas Bertoldi, Malik Hanchard, and Toby Bell to force a 3-3 draw. 345 FC ultimately claimed their spot in the final by winning the subsequent penalty shootout 4-2. The two victors now turn their attention to the deciding championship match.