Paraguay v Guyana
Round-Robin
| # | Info | Time | Teams | Score | Status | Match Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 July 2011 | ||||||
| W2 | Round-Robin | 1:00pm |
PAR - GUY
|
1 - 2 (1 - 0) | Final | |
Match Report
The second match of the 2011 Pan Am Challenge was between Paraguay and Guyana (Women). Paraguay took a quick 1-0 lead over Guyana off a field goal by Maria SERVIAN GIOSA. Play, however, continued to be tight between the two teams. Guyana was on a solid attack and earned a series of penalty corners, but could not convert any. Towards the end of the half, both teams continued to battle for possession and prevent each other from getting shots off. Thus, at halftime, the score remained 1-0 in favor of Paraguay.
The second half started the way the first half ended with both teams battling for possession. Guyana finally scored off a penalty corner in the 41st minute to tie the match 1-1. Guyana continued to maintain their attacking pressure; and kept the majority of possession for much of the second half. In the 60th minute, Guyana took a 2-1 lead over Paraguay off a field goal by Amanda GARNETT. This goal would be good enough for Guyana to come away with their first win of the tournament.
MATCH QUOTES
Paraguay’s Captain Sara RODRIGUEZ JARA
On the match…
We improved, had corners, and we scored. Guyana was better than us today. However, we played defense well.
On the difference between the first and second halves …
In the first half we defended better. In the second half, we had some more offensive opportunities, but could not capitalize.
On what needs to improve…
We need to play better, more together, and get more touches in the offensive area.
Guyana’s Coach Philip FERNANDES
On the match…
We improved throughout the match. It was good competition. It was very important for us to win this first match to set the tone for the rest. The match went in our favor and we played with patience. We created opportunities that at the time were enough to pull off the win.
Guyana’s Captain Chantelle FERNANDES
On the match…
We played well and finished opportunities. Eventually we got through and managed to get up on our feet and press.
On the rest of the tournament…
We need to keep tight again and keep our composure and finish the chances we get.
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