Lee Man emerged victorious in the JC Sapling Cup Group B encounter, defeating BC Rangers with a resounding 4:0 scoreline at Aberdeen Sports Ground. This triumph marked Lee Man's first win in the prestigious tournament this season.
Right from the kick-off, Lee Man exhibited their attacking prowess, wasting no time in taking the lead. Just under a minute into the game, Henri Anier received a pass from Acosta and swiftly returned it to Diego Eli on the edge of the penalty area. Diego Ali unleashed a powerful strike that found the back of the net, handing Lee Man a well-deserved 1:0 advantage.
BC Rangers, finding themselves on the back foot, struggled to conjure up any meaningful attacks during the first half. Lau Chi Lok and Kanda Yumemi attempted long-range shots, but their efforts were comfortably dealt with by the Lee Man goalkeeper.
Lee Man further extended their lead in the 30th minute, showcasing their dominance on the field. Yu Pui Hong received a long pass from Yu Wai Lim on the right flank and unleashed a shot from a tight angle. Although the ball struck the woodwork, Givanilton was perfectly positioned to follow up with a clinical finish, increasing Lee Man's lead to 2:0.
Maintaining control of the game, Lee Man had yet another opportunity to find the back of the net before the break. Givanilton, displaying his midfield prowess, successfully intercepted the ball and embarked on a penetrating run into the opposition's penalty area. However, his attempt to place the ball into an empty net fell agonizingly wide.
BC Rangers, though facing an uphill battle, managed to create a few chances of their own. Chiu Ching Yu Sergio and Lau Chi Lok combined with a quick one-two play on the right flank. Nevertheless, Chiu's powerful strike from a narrow angle was met with a superb save by the Lee Man shot-stopper. As the first half concluded, Lee Man maintained their 2:0 lead.
The second half witnessed BC Rangers' valiant attempt to reclaim lost ground. However, their hopes were dashed as Au Yeung Yiu Chung's close-range effort narrowly missed the target.
In the 63rd minute, Lee Man further solidified their dominance by adding another goal to their tally. Cheng Siu Kwan whipped in a corner from the right side, catching the BC Rangers defenders off guard. Seizing the opportunity, an unmarked Diego Eli effortlessly headed the ball into the back of the net, increasing Lee Man's lead to a commanding 3:0.
Lee Man continued to mount their offensive onslaught, and in the 68th minute, they found the back of the net once again. Mitchel Paulissen, receiving a pass from his teammate, unleashed a thunderous long-range strike from 25 yards out. Despite the goalkeeper's valiant efforts, the ball proved unstoppable, and Lee Man extended their lead to an emphatic 4:0.
BC Rangers refused to surrender and persistently sought a consolation goal. Kanda Yumemi showcased his individual brilliance by breaking through on the right flank and unleashing a powerful shot from a tight angle. However, the Lee Man goalkeeper pulled off an outstanding save. Subsequently, Au Yeung Yiu Chung, left unmarked, connected with a pass from Kanda Yumemi and swiftly turned to shoot, only to see his effort sail over the crossbar.
Finally, Lee Man secured a comprehensive 4:0 victory over BC Rangers, clinching a well-deserved three points.