River’s View, Potaro Strikers advance to Bartica Easter Regatta knockout final

River’s View Football Club (FC) and Potaro Strikers have booked their places in the final of the Bartica Easter Regatta 2026 knockout tournament following semi-final victories on Friday night at the Bartica Community Centre Ground.
Playing under wet conditions, River’s View overcame Lazio FC 3-1 in the opening semi-final to secure their spot in Tuesday’s decider. McQuain Smith handed River’s View an early advantage with a fifth-minute strike, but Lazio responded in the 12th minute through Mario Perreira to level proceedings.

River’s View regained control just before the halftime whistle when Marco Walcott found the back of the net in the 43rd minute. They maintained their momentum in the second half, with Nicholas Collison sealing the result in the 69th minute to complete a composed performance.
In the second semi-final, Potaro Strikers defeated Beacon FC 2–0 in a disciplined outing. After a scoreless first half, Daniel Gardner emerged as the difference-maker, scoring twice in quick succession in the 53rd and 61st minutes to guide his side into the final.
The tournament, played in a Super Eight knockout format, began earlier in the week at the same venue. On Wednesday night, River’s View advanced with a win over Mil Ballers, while Lazio got the better of Agatash United. Thursday’s fixtures saw Beacon defeat Rising Stars and Potaro Strikers overcome Wolves United to complete the semi-final line-up.
The final is set for Tuesday night at the Bartica Community Centre Ground, where River’s View will face Potaro Strikers for the title. The competition forms part of the annual Bartica Easter Regatta celebrations.