KINGSTON, Jamaica — Wednesday’s Jamaica Premier League fixtures witnessed extraordinary offensive displays as both defending champions Cavalier SC and league frontrunners Montego Bay United secured resounding 5-1 and 5-0 victories respectively.
Cavalier SC demonstrated remarkable form following their seasonal break, overpowering Dunbeholden FC with a decisive 5-1 triumph at Stadium East. Simultaneously, Montego Bay United maintained their commanding league position with a flawless 5-0 shutout against Spanish Town Police FC at Royal Lakes Complex.
These performances marked the most substantial victories for both clubs this season, significantly impacting the league standings. Montego Bay United strengthened their championship pursuit by extending their lead to six points, while Cavalier SC ascended to fourth position in the competitive table.
The scoring commenced for Cavalier SC with Kwayne Thompson’s 35th-minute header breaking the deadlock. Second-half fireworks followed as Dwayne Allen’s spectacular 23-yard strike in the 60th minute doubled the advantage. Substitute Odane Wilberforce contributed a third goal in the 74th minute, followed by an unfortunate own goal from Dunbeholden FC. Despite Stephen Barnett’s consolation penalty conversion in the 85th minute, Jerome McCleary sealed the commanding victory with a stoppage-time finish.
Montego Bay United’s offensive masterclass featured Jourdain Fletcher’s double strike, reclaiming his position as the league’s sole scoring leader with 11 goals. The scoring cascade began with Deverow McKenzie’s 19th-minute volley, followed by Fletcher’s long-range precision in the 22nd minute. Jahmari Clarke ended his scoring drought in the 60th minute before Dwight Merrick and Fletcher completed the rout with clinical finishes.
The comprehensive victories underscore the offensive prowess of Jamaica’s top football clubs while dramatically reshaping the Premier League landscape as the season progresses toward its climax.