Rovers U13B and Avonmore locked horns at Whitegates yesterday evening in a gripping Division Cup encounter.

After facing a gauntlet of A teams in league play, Rovers found themselves in a much more balanced and fiercely contested match, with little separating the two sides.

The first half unfolded as a tactical chess match, with both teams organized and disciplined. Defenses stood firm, and goalkeepers proved impenetrable, resulting in a scoreless stalemate at the interval.

The second half mirrored the first in its tight nature, but it was Avonmore who finally broke the deadlock ten minutes in, striking on a swift counter-attack. Rovers, however, refused to yield. With five minutes left on the clock, Charlie Gill delivered a perfectly weighted through ball to Billy Nolan, who unleashed a stunning shot that nestled into the top corner, leveling the score at 1-1 and sending the game into extra time.

Extra time saw both teams strive for the decisive goal, but ultimately, Avonmore managed to convert twice to claim the victory.

Credit to Avonmore for a thrilling contest, and we wish them continued success in the competition.