March 8, 2026, Georgetown – Police Football Club emerged victorious in an exciting
final, defeating Slingerz Football Club 2–1 to claim the Inaugural Elite League Cup 2026
Championship on March 7, 2026 at the National Training Centre (NTC), Providence.
In front of an anxious crowd, both teams delivered an intense and competitive
encounter, demonstrating skill, determination, and tactical discipline throughout the
match.
Police FC broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute when Beveney McGarrell found the
back of the net following a well-constructed attacking move. The lead was extended in
the 76th minute when Slingerz FC defender Romaine Brackenridge inadvertently turned
the ball into his own net, giving Police FC a 2–0 advantage.
Slingerz FC continued to press forward and pulled one back in the 90th minute through
captain Quincy Adams, setting up a tense finish. However, the Police FC defense
remained resolute, holding firm until the final whistle to secure the championship
victory.
Following the match, Head Coach Wayne Dover of Police FC praised his team’s
determination and resilience, noting the significance of finally securing the title after
previous near misses.
“This victory is special for us. We have reached the final stages before but fell short. The
players prepared well, remained focused, and executed what we worked on in training.
We knew that if we followed our game plan, we could come out victorious,” Dover said.
The triumph marks a significant achievement for Police FC, highlighting their strong
performance throughout the tournament and their determination to finish the
competition on top."
In the third-place playoff, Western Tigers FC secured a 2–1 victory over Guyana Defence
Force FC to claim third place in the competition.
The Elite League Cup is part of the Guyana Football Federation’s initiative to provide
Elite League clubs with additional high-level competitive matches each season,
designed to enhance player development, strengthen club performance, create
meaningful opportunities for elite players, and support national team selection, thereby
contributing to the overall growth of football in Guyana.
