The Ateneo High School Football Team fought back from a 2-nil deficit to defeat DLSZ, 3-2. DLSZ scored early in the game, and despite Ateneo having numerous chances to equalize, the first half ended DLSZ 1 - ADMU 0. Ateneo continued to attack La Salle's defense in the 2nd half, but an error and a counter attack by DLSZ got them another goal to lead by 2. In football, a 2-0 lead in the 2nd half would usually mean the end of the game.
Carlos Monfort eludes his defenders.He gave Ateneo their first goal that changed the course of the game. He also scored minutes later to seal the win for Ateneo.
All seemed lost for the boys in blue. Till Carlos Monfort freed himself from3 defenders giving him a clear view of the goal. He blasted it past the outstretched arm of the DLSZ goalie. DLSZ still up 2-1. Monfort's goal shifted the momentum in favor of the Ateneo and seemed to knock the steam out of DLSZ. A few minutes later another shot on goal ricocheted from the hands of the DLSZ goalie and Gino Clarino struck the ball into the back of the net. Game tied. A few minutes later, Monfort scores yet again to put the game away for good. Ateneo wins a classic come from behind win, 3-2. The win was important for Ateneo to keep up with league leading FEU. Their next game will be on Saturday, February 12, against UST.
Gino Clarino attacking the DLSZ defense.
Gino scored Ateneo's 2nd goal to tie the score at 2-all.
*Carlos Monfort is the son of legendary AHS PE Teacher and great soccer supporter Chris Monfort.
Gino Clarino attacking the DLSZ defense.Gino scored Ateneo's 2nd goal to tie the score at 2-all.
*Carlos Monfort is the son of legendary AHS PE Teacher and great soccer supporter Chris Monfort.
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