Match Preview: sláinte Athletic vs. NPC Futbol
The Spring 2025 campaign rolls on this weekend as Sláinte Athletic turns the page to Matchday Two—another critical step in a ten-game sprint through the Maryland Super Soccer League Division II.
Last week’s 4-1 statement win over Peru United put the league on notice: Sláinte is back, balanced, and hungry. But there’s no time to dwell. Sunday’s challenge? NPC Fútbol—a familiar foe, and one we edged out in dramatic fashion last fall.
The Task Ahead
The mission this week is simple: win, and keep pace.
Touch Kings and MSI Pro both secured opening wins, and with two promotion spots up for grabs, every point matters. A second straight victory keeps Sláinte firmly in the hunt while maintaining a game in hand on several title rivals.
Squad News
A few notable absences shape the matchday roster. Ramos (injury), Kressman, Novian, and Cummings are all unavailable. But there’s a major boost in midfield: the return of Epstein—whose presence and distribution will add control and tempo in the center of the park.
Also joining the squad for the day is trialist Garrett Peters, who slots in as a depth option and potential x-factor.
Sláinte Form Guide
Confidence is high after the club’s electric opener:
Hitt opened his season with a thumping finish.
Brigham impressed with energy and end product.
Perez pulled strings and hit the scoresheet.
Ngobu tormented defenders and sealed the win with a late goal.
BP Seivers notched two assists and was a dominant midfield presence.
This squad is clicking—and growing into its identity under new manager Aaron Burbridge.
The Opponent: NPC Fútbol
Last time Sláinte Athletic faced NPC Fútbol, the match was tightly contested. NPC took a 1-0 lead off a sloppy goal that came from a breakdown in Sláinte’s defensive shape. Just before halftime, Sláinte responded—pulling one back at the death of the first half to level things at 1-1. The game remained on edge until the 90th minute, when Kressman earned a penalty that Francio Henry calmly converted, sealing a dramatic 2-1 win.
NPC enters the match reeling from a 5-1 defeat to Touch Kings. Despite a bright spell to start the second half (and a well-taken goal), their defensive structure was exposed repeatedly in transition and on the flanks.
They’ll be looking for redemption—and Sláinte will need to stay sharp to avoid any slip-ups.
What’s at Stake
It’s only Match 2. But every game matters in this league.
Sláinte is building momentum. A win keeps the pressure on league leaders and continues the climb toward silverware. Slip, and ground is lost. It’s one game at a time—but this one must go our way.
Sláinte Athletic vs. NPC Fútbol
Sunday, April 6 | Milford Mill Academy | 10:30 AM
Maryland Super Soccer League Division II
Watch live via DMV Sports Media
The message is clear. Stay locked in. Stay hungry.
One down. Nine to go.
Let’s get to work.
