Starting XI: NPC Futbol vs. Sláinte Athletic

No Excuses—Sláinte Names Gritty Starting XI for NPC Clash

With the Spring 2025 MSSL Division II season hitting its back half, Sláinte Athletic enters Sunday’s rematch with NPC Futbol knowing exactly what’s on the line—points, momentum, and proof that this group can win no matter the circumstances.

Injuries, absences, and player availability have forced a heavy rotation, but the message from the squad is clear: no excuses, no step back.

The reverse fixture ended in an 8–0 statement. This time, the goal is the same: take care of business, keep the standard high, and push the season forward.

Starting XI

GK – August Landry

Steps in for his club debut. Confident, vocal, and sharp—ready to seize the moment and bring composure to the back line.

DEF – Sam Dragunas | Evan Novian | Drew Meyers | Arlie Hitt (C)

  • Dragunas: Final match before summer travel—expect a fired-up performance from the left.

  • Novian: Holds the spine—strong in the air, calm under pressure, and a natural leader.

  • Meyers: Shifts to center back—experienced, reliable, and composed on the ball.

  • Hitt (C): Slides to right back and into the captain role—high motor, aggressive in tackles, dangerous in forward support, and vocal from the back.

MID – Isaac Ngobu | Moe Cisse | BP Seivers | Coale Anderson

  • Ngobu: Operating from the left—unstoppable when isolated and ruthless in transition.

  • Cisse: Growing into his role—anchors midfield with smart positioning and strong distribution.

  • Seivers: Returns as the orchestrator—sharp passing and relentless work rate.

  • Anderson: Joins for a one-match cameo—athletic, unselfish, and tactically aware.

FWD – Tanner Babischkin | Leland Brigham

  • Babischkin: Offers hold-up play, pressing presence, and midfield link.

  • Brigham: In red-hot form—fresh off a brace and full of confidence in front of goal.

Matchday Bench

Zach Epstein | Adam White

  • Epstein: Returns from injury to offer support and leadership if called upon.

  • White: Adds energy and depth on the day—willing to fill gaps wherever needed.

The Mentality This Week

This match isn’t about revenge or fireworks. It’s about accountability.

Sláinte enters with a shortened bench, rotated starters, and players stepping into new roles. But there’s no change in ambition. The expectation remains: keep the bar high.

The league’s best teams don’t just win when they’re at full strength—they win when it’s uncomfortable. That’s the opportunity this group has Sunday.

NPC will come motivated, hunting for their first win. Sláinte will need to bring composure, trust the system, and lean on their identity.

Kickoff: 1:00 PM

Milford Mill Academy Stadium

Sláinte Athletic vs. NPC Futbol

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Rotated. Resilient. Ready.

The mission stays the same.

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