Thrilling Wins and Tough Losses: Crown Villa FC’s Recent Run in The Select League
- crownvillafc
- May 19
- 3 min read
Crown Villa FC has been battling fiercely in The Select League, delivering some memorable performances filled with goals, drama, and hard-fought victories. Here’s a detailed look at the recent games that have defined our form heading toward the next challenge against Lenexa City.
Home vs Olathe United – Narrow 3-2 Defeat
The home game against Olathe United was a nail-biter that slipped away in the dying moments. Despite brilliant goals from Henri Kagay and Kiana Babako’s bicycle kick, a last-minute penalty awarded to Olathe United sealed a 3-2 loss. The match was further complicated by a red card shown to Brian Vidal, which put Crown Villa at a disadvantage during a crucial period. The team showed grit but fell just short in a hard-fought contest.
Away vs Southside – High-Scoring 5-4 Victory
An explosive back-and-forth encounter overtook the scoreboard in our favor with a thrilling 5-4 win. Crown Villa led 3-1 at halftime thanks to goals from Jose Dominguez, who capitalized on a defensive mistake and calmly finished in the box, Lukas Lubingo, who tucked away a through-ball from Esube Byoke, and Esube himself. Southside fought back, narrowing the gap to 4-2 after a beautiful finish by Esube for his second goal. In the final minutes, Tommy Velazquez secured the victory with a powerful back-post header despite another late Southside goal.
Away vs Northland FC – Commanding 5-0 Win
Dominance defined this fixture, with Crown Villa imposing their will from the start. Lukas Lubingo opened the scoring with two quick goals inside the first five minutes. Brian Vidal added a third just before halftime. Coming off the bench, Tommy Velazquez continued his scoring streak with a goal, asserting his status as the super sub, and Jay Kisubi capped the game with his second goal of the season. A comprehensive 5-0 away victory showcased our offensive strength and defensive solidity.
Away vs Antioch FC – Controlled 3-0 Win
In a well-balanced contest, Crown Villa took advantage of key chances, with Esube and Lukas Lubingo scoring early goals to establish a 2-0 halftime lead. The second half saw the team maintain possession and control the pace, with Byoke securing his brace to solidify the 3-0 win. The team’s ability to manage the game after gaining the lead was key in maintaining a clean sheet.
Away vs Liberty – 3-1 Loss Despite Majority Possession
This tough game saw Crown Villa dominate possession but struggle to convert chances. Liberty’s disciplined defense and lethal counter-attacks led to all three of their goals. Kiana Babako sparked hope off the bench with a well-earned goal, but the overall lack of passion and efficiency in the final third contributed to a 3-1 defeat. This game highlighted the need to improve composure and sharpness in attack against well-organized defensive teams.
Away vs Leawood Forest – 2-0 Win with Solid Defense
Controlling possession once again but showing some inconsistency in the attacking third, Crown Villa secured a 2-0 win. Lukas Lubingo scored his fifth goal of the season in the first half, and Jacob Isaias calmly converted a second-half penalty to seal the victory. The defense held strong to maintain the clean sheet and add valuable points to the table.
Looking Ahead: Next Match vs Lenexa City (Away, Tuesday May 27)
Crown Villa FC will look to keep their momentum going when they face Lenexa City on the road. After an eventful series of fixtures featuring thrilling highs and valuable learning experiences, the team is focused on sharpening their attack and tightening up defensively ahead of this upcoming challenge.
This recent stretch of fixtures has shown Crown Villa’s resilience, attacking flair, and moments of brilliance, balanced with lessons learned in tight matches. Supporters will want to keep backing the team as we push forward in the season, aiming to convert our dominant performances into consistent results.
