The East Coast Mash Cup 2026 delivered a thrilling night of knockout football on Saturday at the Golden Grove Community Centre Ground, as four intense quarter-final clashes determined the teams advancing to the semi-final stage.
Fans were treated to a mix of clinical finishing, dramatic penalty shootouts, and high-energy football, proving once again why the Mash Cup has become one of the most-anticipated tournaments on the East Coast calendar.
Fruta Conquerors march on
Fruta Conquerors opened the quarter-finals in commanding fashion with a 2-0 victory over Uitvlugt Warriors. Dwayne James set the tone early, finding the back of the net in the second minute, before Dennis Edwards sealed the win with a well-taken goal in the 22nd minute. Fruta’s disciplined performance ensured they progressed comfortably into the semi-finals.
Plaisance FC edge Riddim Squad
In the second encounter, Plaisance FC secured a hard-fought 2-1 win against Riddim Squad. Travis Garraway gave Plaisance an early advantage in the fifth minute, and Otto Jones extended the lead at the half-hour mark. Riddim Squad responded through Kelvin Gordon in the 16th minute, but Plaisance held firm to book their place in the next round.
Penalty drama for Ann’s Grove FC
One of the most tense matches of the night saw Ann’s Grove FC and Mahaica Determinators FC locked in a scoreless draw after regulation time. With neither side able to break the deadlock, the match went to penalties, where Ann’s Grove FC showed composure under pressure, winning the shootout 5-4 to advance.
Buxton Stars survive late-night thriller
The final quarter-final delivered yet another penalty shootout as Golden Stars FC and Buxton Stars FC played to a 1-1 draw. Travis Williams put Golden Stars ahead in the 16th minute, but Buxton Stars responded through Shamar Scott in the 33rd minute. Buxton Stars held their nerve in the shootout to secure their semi-final berth.
Semi-final showdowns set
With the quarter-finals complete, the semi-finals are now set for Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Golden Grove Community Centre Ground. Gates open at 18:00h (6:00 pm), with Fruta Conquerors facing Ann’s Grove FC at 18:00h (6:00 pm), followed by Plaisance FC versus Buxton Stars FC at 22:00h (10:00 pm).
As the East Coast Mash Cup moves closer to crowning its champion, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be another electrifying night of knockout football.
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