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Mahaica open EDFA League title defence with win as Melanie and Plaisance draw

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Defending champions Mahaica Determinators beat Victoria Kings 2–0

Defending champions Mahaica Determinators beat Victoria Kings 2–0, while Melanie FC and Plaisance FC played to a 2–2 draw as the 2026/2027 East Demerara Football Association (EDFA) Senior Men’s League opened on Sunday, November 8, at the Golden Grove Ground.

Brian James opened the scoring for Mahaica before Omari Walcott converted a penalty to secure all three points. The win extended the champions’ unbeaten run in East Coast football.

In the opening match, Plaisance came from behind twice to earn a point. Jesus Nunes put Melanie ahead in the 60th minute, but Azadee King equalised seven minutes later. Antwone Rodney restored Melanie’s lead in the 73rd minute before substitute Deon Anderson made it 2–2 in the 78th.

Plaisance FC

A march-past preceded the opening doubleheader. Ten teams from across the East Coast of Demerara are competing this season. Alongside the four teams in action on opening day are BV Triumph FC, Buxton Stars, Buxton United, Golden Stars FC, Mahaicony Western Lions and Airy Hall Stars.

The league continues on Friday, November 13, at the Golden Grove Ground. Buxton United face Airy Hall Stars at 7 p.m., followed by Golden Stars FC against Mahaicony Western Lions at 9 p.m. The EDFA has invited fans and families from across the East Coast to support the teams.

Plaisance FC

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