In the thrilling final week of the Darlington Monday 6-a-side Football League, teams across three divisions - Premier League, Division 1 and Division 2 - battled it out in a riveting set of fixtures.
In the Premier League, Stainford FC emerged victorious with a commanding 6-0 triumph over Real Madridlesbrough, securing first place with an impressive total of 19 points and 9 wins this season. Netsix N Chill also had a notable performance, defeating Fulchester 4-1.
The race in Division 1 was tight, but Darlo Mags clinched the title following an intense 3-2 victory against Bielbys Boys, amassing a total of 18 points and 9 wins. In another clash, Brigham Brigade managed a 2-0 win over FC Ball Schmakars, while How Ya Doin squeezed past The Golden Cock with a 4-3 scoreline.
In Division 2, the Darlo Mags B team reigned supreme with a total of 18 points and 9 wins. The final week witnessed a narrow 4-3 victory by Paralympiakos against Pathetic Athletic FC, and Pudsey FC edged Build A Bear AFC 2-1.
The final week of the season highlighted the skill, determination and sportsmanship of all teams involved. Commendations to Stainford FC, Darlo Mags, and Darlo Mags B for their stellar performances in their respective divisions. The league now looks forward to another promising season with these commendable teams setting the standard for competitive 6-a-side football.
Unfortunately, due to the lack of data, the top scorers for each division cannot be mentioned in this article. We look forward to providing a more comprehensive round-up, including top scorers, in future season recaps.