MAFC vs AC Juniors – VLT1 Recap (May 21, 8PM)

AC Juniors shocked MAFC with a composed 2-0 victory on Wednesday night, May 21st, at MAFC Fields, delivering one of the most notable upsets of Volt League One. While both sides tallied seven shots each, it was the visitors who converted their chances—and stayed sharp defensively.

The opening goal came in the 68th minute, when Ian Alvarez timed his run perfectly and latched onto a well-weighted through ball, slotting it calmly past the MAFC keeper to put AC Juniors ahead. Just seven minutes later, Daniel Castroadded a second in the 75th minute, finishing off a fast counterattack that caught the home side scrambling.

The match was physical and emotionally charged, with MAFC committing 13 fouls compared to 7 from AC Juniors. The ref handed out 3 yellow cards to AC Juniors and 1 to MAFC. Despite late pressure, AC Juniors’ keeper and back line held firm to secure the clean sheet.

Final Score: AC Juniors 2 – MAFC 0
Goals:

• Ian Alvarez (68’) – through ball and composed finish

• Daniel Castro (75’) – counterattack strike
  Shots: MAFC 7 – AC Juniors 7
  Fouls: MAFC 13 – AC Juniors 7
  Yellow Cards: AC Juniors (3), MAFC (1)
  Player of the Match: Ian Alvarez – ice-cold finish and constant movement
  Venue: MAFC Fields