Seychelles Football Federation (SFF) Championship League Play-Offs |15 May 2025
Anse Royale have taken a crucial step towards second division football following their 4-3 win over Muccia in the first match of the play-off series (Photo: Samuel Nalletamby)
Seychelles Football Federation (SFF) Championship League Play-Offs
Anse Royale draw first blood
By Samuel Nalletambly
League One side Anse Royale had the last laugh as they took their first step towards promotion on Tuesday evening, with a 4-3 victory in their first play-off match against Muccia who finished before last in the second division league.
Anse Royale’s success in League One and Muccia’s struggles in the Championship League paved the way for an exciting battle for a spot in the second division next season.
With their experience from a higher league, Muccia were favourites and made that clear immediately when Livakely Randriamanantena was sent through on goal in the 1st minute and slid the ball into the back of the net to give Muccia an early 1-0 lead.
Before the doubts rose, Anse Royale responded and after four minutes of play, Sandy Victor smashed the ball past Ruberto Ally for the equaliser.
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