In a dominant midweek display, Defence Force FC solidified their position as serious title contenders in the Trinidad and Tobago Premier Football League (TTPFL) with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Point Fortin Civic on December 17. The match, held at St James Police Barracks, saw the defending champions climb to third place in the standings with 17 points, maintaining their remarkable unbeaten record that stretches back to last season.
The Army/Coast Guard combination demonstrated their championship pedigree despite an early scare when goalkeeper Isaiah Williams made a crucial save against Mark Ramdeen within the first minute. Defence Force quickly established control with Darius Ollivierra opening the scoring in the 17th minute through a precise header from Kaihim Thomas’s cross. Rivaldo Coryat doubled the advantage in the 29th minute with a composed left-footed volley, showcasing technical excellence after connecting with Adriel George’s delivery.
Thomas, who entered as an early substitute for injured Elijah Seechan, completed the scoring in the 64th minute with a clinical finish into the far corner following intelligent build-up play from Kathon St Hillaire and Caden Trestrail. The victory allowed Defence Force to leapfrog Prisons FC in the standings, setting up a crucial December 19 matchup against bottom-placed Terminix La Horquetta Rangers where a win could potentially propel them to the league summit.
In the accompanying double-header fixture, MIC Central FC Reboot secured a 3-1 victory over Caledonia AIA in a hard-fought contest. The teams entered halftime tied at 1-1 after exchanges from Isaiah Lee and Jariel Arthur, but Central asserted dominance in the second half through Daniel David’s lofted finish and veteran defender Jamal Jack’s celebratory goal on his 38th birthday.
The results intensify the title race with Police FC (19 points) and Club Sando (18 points) currently leading the pack, while Defence Force maintains games in hand that could prove decisive in the coming weeks.