GDF FC, Slingerz FC book semi-final spots in Super 16

The Super 16 tournament continued in emphatic fashion at the National Training Center on Boxing Day, with commanding victories from Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Football Club (FC) and Slingerz FC, as both teams secured their places in Monday’s semi-finals.

In the opening encounter, GDF FC delivered a ruthless performance, dismantling Mahaica Determinators FC 7–0. Stephon McDonald opened the scoring in the 33rd minute, setting the tone for what would become a one-sided affair.
Shemar Scott followed up with goals in the 40th and 61st minutes, while Makhaya Jarvis added a brace of his own in the 64th and 82nd minutes. Further strikes from Jeffrey Pereira in the 75th minute and Jaden Harris in the 79th sealed a dominant victory for the military side.
The second match of the evening saw Slingerz FC maintain their impressive form with a convincing 4–0 win over Monedderlust FC. Raushan Ritch struck early in the 10th minute to give Slingerz the lead, before Kelsey Benjamin doubled the advantage just before halftime in the 44th minute.
Second-half goals from Kemar Beckford in the 75th minute and Cardel Benbow in the 85th minute ensured a comfortable passage into the next round.
With these results, both GDF FC and Slingerz FC advance to the semi-final stage. On Monday, Western Tigers will face Guyana Defence Force FC at 18:30h, while Guyana Police Force FC will clash with Slingerz FC in the nightcap at 21:00h, as the battle for Super 16 supremacy intensifies.