Night Four of the Baller League delivered thrilling matches at London`s Copper Box, impacting both the top and bottom of the league table.
Deportrio and Yanited continued their winning streaks, both securing their fourth victories in a row. Gary Lineker`s team, Yanited, also earned an extra point in the Pepsi Pressure Point challenge.
In a clash of Arsenal legends, Ian Wright`s Wembley Rangers defeated N5 FC, managed by Freddie Ljungberg, Jens Lehmann, and Robert Pires.
Trebol FC, missing manager Luís Figo, surrendered a lead, allowing Gamechanger to secure a win in the final moments for the second consecutive week.
Despite a goal from former Premier League player Ciaran Clark, M7 FC took home the victory against Trebol FC, thanks to Stefan Ilic`s decisive score.
In a battle of YouTube-led teams, VZN FC, led by Henri Lansbury, triumphed over SDS FC, temporarily claiming the league`s top spot.
John Terry’s 26ers suffered another defeat against Santan FC, with Dominic Vose scoring the winning goal in the final seconds.
- Match Updates:
- Former Gunner Steals the Show
- Santan FC: From Zero to Hero
- M7 FC`s Unique Penalty Approach
- Wildcards Continue to Deliver
- Yanited Battles to Victory
- Figo`s Absence Continues
- Top Spot for the Three Amigos
- Terry-less 26ers Struggle
- Ballers League Matchday 4 Results:
- Another Big Night in Ballers League
- FT: Santan FC 5-4 26ers
- Santan FC 4-4 26ers
- Santan FC 4-2 26ers
- Santan FC 3-2 26ers
- Santan FC 3-2 26ers
- Kick-off: Santan FC 3-2 26ers
- HT: Santan FC 3-2 26ers
- Santan FC 1-2 26ers
- Santan FC 1-1 26ers
- Santan FC 1-0 26ers
- Santan FC 0-0 26ers
- Kick-off: Santan FC vs 26ers
- Santan FC vs 26ers Team Lineups
- FT: Yanited 7-3 F.C. RTW
- Yanited 4-2 F.C. RTW
Match Updates:
Former Gunner Steals the Show
Henri Lansbury`s two goals led VZN FC to a crucial victory. The ex-Arsenal midfielder proved his enduring skill, though post-match ice packs hinted at the physical toll.
Santan FC: From Zero to Hero
Dominic Voss, despite a quiet scoring night, became the `game-changer` for Santan FC. In a critical `1-on-1` moment, he scored into an open goal, sealing the win in the dying seconds.
M7 FC`s Unique Penalty Approach
M7 FC innovatively nominated their goalkeeper, Toby Bull, for the Pepsi Penalty Challenge. Bull nearly secured an extra point but missed a crucial shot, leading to his team`s exit before the final round.
Wildcards Continue to Deliver
Wildcard players again proved their value, contributing significantly to team victories. Managers are effectively utilizing these players to secure important wins. N5 FC might benefit from bringing in some `Invincibles` to improve their performance.
Yanited Battles to Victory
FC RTW adopted a physical style against Yanited, initially causing problems for AngryGinge`s team. However, Yanited rallied, scoring multiple goals in the `game-changer` phase to secure a flattering final score.
Figo`s Absence Continues
Luís Figo, supposedly Trebol FC`s manager, remains absent from the Ballers League, raising questions about his involvement with the team.
Top Spot for the Three Amigos
The team managed by Micah Richards, Alan Shearer, and Gary Lineker (Deportrio) dominated MVPs United, showcasing a dominant performance and solidifying their position at the top of the Ballers League table.
Terry-less 26ers Struggle
With John Terry in Dubai, Jody Morris managed the 26ers. Despite over 30 shots, their inability to score more than four goals is a concern. A late goal from Vose in a confusing moment sealed their defeat.
Ballers League Matchday 4 Results:
Wembley Rangers 5-4 N5 FC
Trebol FC 4-5 M7 FC
VZN FC 4-2 SDS FC
Deportrio 4-0 MVPs United
Yanited 7-3 FC RTW
Santan FC 5-4 26ers
Another Big Night in Ballers League
Deportrio stood out with a dominant 4-0 victory, achieving the first clean sheet of the Ballers League season and taking the league lead. Yanited also secured a significant 7-3 win, while N5 FC continues to search for their first victory.
FT: Santan FC 5-4 26ers
Vose`s last-second goal secured a Santan FC victory. Despite over 30 shots, the 26ers lost, marking a significant win for Santan FC.
Santan FC 4-4 26ers
Sayoud scored twice for the 26ers, but Santan FC missed a shot. Sayoud then scored again, bringing the score to 4-4.
Santan FC 4-2 26ers
Valentine scored for Santan FC, making it 4-2. The game entered `game-changer` mode with `1-on-1` play.
Santan FC 3-2 26ers
Both teams sought scoring chances. The 26ers have had 26 shots and missed two penalties, highlighting their scoring struggles.
Santan FC 3-2 26ers
The 26ers earned a penalty, but Sayoud missed, thanks to the Santan FC keeper.
Kick-off: Santan FC 3-2 26ers
The second half began in a closely contested match. Santan FC is energized after scoring twice before halftime.
HT: Santan FC 3-2 26ers
Luca Valentine leveled the score for Santan FC with a composed finish, followed by another Santan FC goal just before halftime.
Santan FC 1-2 26ers
Stirling scored from his own half into an empty net after Santan FC opted for three outfield players, giving the 26ers a lead.
Santan FC 1-1 26ers
Ruben Carvalho scored a beautiful long-range curler for Santan FC, leveling the match just before `3play` game-changer.
Santan FC 1-0 26ers
Santan FC scored on their first significant attack, taking the lead despite being outplayed by the 26ers in the first half.
Santan FC 0-0 26ers
Stirling`s impressive move and shot hit the post, showcasing the 26ers` positive start.
Kick-off: Santan FC vs 26ers
The final game of the night began without John Terry, who is in Dubai. Santan FC needs a win to break into the top four.
Santan FC vs 26ers Team Lineups
Santan FC: Michael Hill, Richard Kesey, Dominic Voss, Erick Kenco, Ranell McKenzie Lowes, Jamell Abou-Bakare, Rico Okinari, David Upu, Abdullah Gervardi, Jack Wilson, David Solidemi, Luka Valentine.
26ers: J`ardell Stirling, Bilal Sayoud, Sak Hassan, Kojo Apenteng, Marcel Lewis, Jordon Ibe, Matt Chizzum, Emmanuel Rowe, Justin Dass, Spike Stegel, Vladislav Platinov, Jack Crook.
FT: Yanited 7-3 F.C. RTW
FC RTW missed a crucial opportunity. Yanited`s Winter scored before FC RTW responded, but Yanited secured an impressive win with another goal.
Yanited 4-2 F.C. RTW
The Yanited vs. FC RTW match entered `game-changer` mode with `1-on-1` play, making it anyone`s game.