Loyola Meralco Crush Rivals Global, Kaya Start Campaign With Win

Kaya FC’s first match of the 2013/14 season ended with an excellent win against Pachanga Diliman. Chris Greatwich and new Australian player Thomas Taylor both scored in the first half and ascertained that Kaya is off to a good start this season. Brazilian-Japanese Daniel Matsunaga also made his Kaya debut as a late sub and proved that he can be a force to be reckoned with.

A new look Kaya FC impressed against UFL Cup runners-up Pachanga Diliman. Goals from Chris Greatwich, and newcomer Thomas Taylor did the damage, in a match where OJ Porteria stood out. Ariel Zerrudo scored a consolation goal for Pachanga in the 91st minute, much too late to mount a comeback of any kind.

After failing to contend for the title last year, Kaya are looking to get back to winning ways. Their debut in the 2014 League will certainly raise the hopes of the club’s supporters. “You don’t win the League by winning the first game, but it can certainly contribute to a successful campaign,” said Kaya’s Australian coach David Perkovic in the post-match press conference. “We showed some grit and determination. When we needed to defend we defended well. I’m pleased with that.”

Read the full post-match report from the UFL here.

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