2025-04-13
In a thrilling FA Cup (Junior Division) quarter-final double-header at Po Kong Village Road Park on 13th April 2025, Best Union Yuen Long secured their spots in the semi-finals with victories over Citizen.

In a thrilling FA Cup (Junior Division) quarter-final double-header at Po Kong Village Road Park on 13th April 2025, Best Union Yuen Long secured their spots in the semi-finals with victories over Citizen.

Citizen appeared to be cruising after Pang Tsz Fung bundled home from close range and Oluwatobi Mahmud Otubu doubled their advantage after the restart. However, Best Union Yuen Long mounted a stunning comeback, with Park Ye-Jun racing clear to reduce the deficit before Ousmane Soumah capitalized on a goalkeeping howler from Chan Ping Hei to restore parity. The momentum swing proved decisive as Best Union Yuen Long held their nerve in the penalty shootout, emerging 5:4 victors to set up an enticing semi-final clash with Sham Shui Po.

Meanwhile, Best Union Yuen Long's Yuen Tsun Tung attributed their remarkable turnaround to team spirit: "It's an incredible feeling to complete such a comeback. The squad showed immense character and refused to throw in the towel. The constant encouragement between teammates was crucial. We'll maintain the same mentality for the semi-final and focus on implementing our training ground preparations."

Citizen 2(5):2(4) Best Union Yuen Long