By James Sablan
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Variety News Staff
PAIRE Football Club continues to climb the ladder in the U14 girls division of the TakeCare Youth Soccer League Spring 2026 after earning its third win of the season with a 6-1 victory over MP United Football Club during a match on Saturday at the NMI Soccer Training Center in Koblerville.
The game started with both teams exchanging possessions in the opening minutes.
In the 10th minute, MPU’s efforts were rewarded as it gradually overwhelmed PFC’s defensive line, creating an opening for Victoria George, who scored the first goal of the match to give MP United a 1-0 lead.
That proved to be MPU’s only time in the spotlight, however, as PFC quickly bounced back with a barrage of goals.
Once PFC gained possession, it began firing on all cylinders, led by Mataina Reyes, who spearheaded the offensive effort with a goal in the 15th minute. Reyes eventually completed a hat trick with two more goals in the 31st and 32nd minutes to give PFC a commanding 3-1 lead heading into halftime.
Although MPU managed to tighten its defense in the second half, it only delayed the inevitable. PFC resumed its dominance in the 50th minute with a goal by Sophia Smith, followed by a goal from Amica Hornilla in the 67th minute before Reyes capped the scoring with her third goal in the 70th minute to seal the 6-1 victory.
Other games
Also joining the winner’s circle was Matansa Football Club, which trounced Kanoa Football Club, 6-0. MFC showcased strong teamwork and unselfish play, with Baylyn Mansfield and Athitaya Baothlang scoring two goals each.
Latte Football Club was the other team to claim victory, dominating Shirley’s Football Club, 28-1.
James Sablan has been a sports reporter for Variety since 2013. He was a liberal arts student of Northern Marianas College and covers all local sports.
