The Retrieve Hard Court in Linden was buzzing with energy as the Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ tournament continued, with crowd favorites Swag Entertainment and Silver Bullets extending their impressive winning streaks in the latest round of action.
Swag Entertainment showcased their attacking prowess with a commanding 3-0 victory over Young Gunners. Allan Halley set the tone early, netting in the 6th minute, before Kendolph Lewis sealed the result with a crucial strike in the 19th minute, registering a ‘Guinness Goal’-a special rule in the tournament where goals scored in the final minutes count as two.
Silver Bullets, another powerhouse in the competition, delivered a clinical 2-0 win against Pro Ballerz. Jermaine Samuels found the back of the net in the 7th minute, and Colwyn Drakes doubled the lead in the 15th, ensuring Silver Bullets remain unbeaten as the tournament heats up.
Other matches on the night saw Turf President defeating Coomacka 3-0, with Anthony Layne scoring a Guinness Goal, while YMCA cruised past Hard Ball Management 2-0, aided by an own-goal during the Guinness goal period. LA Ballers edged High Rollers 2-1, and DC Ballers overcame Assassa Ballers 3-0, thanks in part to a late Guinness Goal from Donovan Francis.
Draws were recorded in the clashes between Spaniards and Excuse the Rush, as well as Bomberz and Realest Ballerz, highlighting the competitive balance across the field.
Teams are vying for the grand prize of $500,000, with the tournament set to conclude on Friday, May 9. As the action intensifies, Swag Entertainment and Silver Bullets have firmly established themselves as the teams to beat, thrilling fans and setting the stage for an exciting finish to the Linden leg of the Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ tournament.