Victory to Ozanköy at 1st friendly of the season

Victory for Ozankoy 1st team put a broad smile on the face of Joe Efe their coach as they won 2:1 against Genclik Birklic, of Iskele. The visiting team is actually two levels higher in the league table, but for Joe it is boding well for the future games and the tournament itself which starts on the 28th September.

The match which was played at the team’s home pitch at Ozankoy, saw the two goals scored by Ali Copca and Mehmet Gul. Joe’s reaction was one of great pleasure “They played really well. We still have a lot more hard work to do before the season starts, but this is extremely encouraging.”

For those who want to watch the team in action, there is another friendly match at ‘home’ on Saturday 6th September starting at 5p.m.

Joe also reports that the junior team is coming along nicely “We now have thirteen players and some of those who have been on holiday are coming back. But we still have room for more players if anyone out there is interested. ”

Anyone wanting more information regarding the team is welcome to telephone Joe Efe on 05433 848 0857.

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