KINGSTON, Jamaica — Cavalier Soccer Club achieved a significant milestone in the Jamaica Premier League season by securing their third consecutive victory with a narrow 1-0 triumph over Chapelton Maroons at Stadium East on Sunday. The defending champions, who had previously struggled to maintain consistent form this season, demonstrated renewed competitive strength with this critical win.
The match’s sole goal came from substitute Romarion Thomas, who entered the game during the second half and found the net in the 71st minute. This marked Cavalier’s fourth consecutive victory against Chapelton Maroons, solidifying their dominance in this particular matchup. The loss halted Chapelton’s own two-game winning streak, leaving them in 10th position with 32 points.
In other Sunday fixtures, Tivoli Gardens mounted an impressive comeback against Dunbeholden FC, overturning an early deficit to claim a 2-1 victory. Despite conceding an eighth-minute goal from Clive Wedderburn, Tivoli responded with equalizer from Alton Lewis in the 13th minute before Joshua Dewar secured the winning goal in the 22nd minute.
Meanwhile, Portmore United missed a crucial opportunity to advance in the standings after being held to a 1-1 draw by Treasure Beach. Dunsting Cohen initially put Portmore ahead in the 22nd minute, but veteran player Afiba Chambers equalized for Treasure Beach in the 76th minute, extending their positive run to five points from their last three matches.
The day’s action concluded with a goalless draw between Arnett Gardens and Molynes United, leaving Arnett without a victory in their last five outings while Molynes maintained a four-point cushion above the relegation zone.