The 2025 Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) premier division witnessed thrilling matches on October 11, as defending champions Fatima College and challengers Naparima College continued their impressive campaigns. Fatima, leading the league with 22 points, secured a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory against Queen’s Royal College (QRC) at their Mucurapo grounds. Despite QRC’s early lead through Jasai Theophilus, Fatima turned the tide with goals from Jonathan Mason and Jeremai Nanton, fueled by a standout performance from midfielder Seth Hadeed, who played despite attending his father’s funeral earlier that day. Meanwhile, Naparima College, just one point behind Fatima, showcased their dominance with an 8-0 demolition of St Augustine at their Lewis Street base. Forwards Arron Raymond and Jabari Rodriguez each scored twice, extending Naparima’s winning streak to seven matches and their goal tally to 28, the highest in the division. Their defense has been equally formidable, conceding only one goal this season. The stage is now set for a blockbuster midweek clash on October 15, as Fatima and Naparima, both unbeaten, face off in a battle for supremacy. Elsewhere, Signal Hill Secondary stunned third-placed Presentation College San Fernando with a 1-0 victory, while St Benedict’s College climbed to fifth with a 2-0 win over Arima North Secondary. The SSFL continues to deliver excitement and unpredictability as the season progresses.
Fatima win one for Seth Hadeed, maintain one-point lead over rampant ‘Naps’
