Naas AFC Come Up Just Short Against Arlington (4–5)

A fiercely contested battle ended in heartbreak for Naas AFC’s Boys U14 (2013) Major 3 side as clinical Arlington snatched the spoils in an action-packed clash on Sat, 14 Nov 2026.

Playing on pitch 2, a cold but mild morning. Naas settled well after an energetic start from Arlington and began to take control through the middle, with Shahid Uddin, Bosco Pajares, Dylan Vickers and Sean Zbroch all involved in some strong early play. Sebastian Stewart then produced an excellent cross for Callan Fitzgerald, who finished well to give Naas the lead.

Matthew Katkevicius also impressed with a strong run down the left, while Jack Pritchard and Johan Jos, Marcel Wolk produced several important defensive interventions as Arlington looked for a way back into the game.

The second half remained very competitive. Eoin worked hard in midfield, Jack and Cian O’Brien, Dylan Vickers continued to defend strongly, and Matthew Katkevicius linked up well with Callan going forward. Dylan McMahon made several excellent saves after taking over in goal, including a brilliant stop after an Arlington free kick.

Naas kept fighting right to the end. Sofiane drove forward down the left and created another corner, while Sebastian made an excellent defensive intervention to stop a dangerous Arlington attack. Dylan in goal produced another very good save, and both Sofiane and Shahid had late efforts stopped by the Arlington goalkeeper as Naas searched for an equaliser.

Heads held high, lads — the courage, work rate, and flashes of sheer brilliance prove this squad is ready to bounce back even stronger!

Match Facts

• Competition: KDUL (Kildare & District Underage League)
• Result: Naas AFC 4 – 5 Arlington AFC
• Team: Boys U14 (2013) Major 3
• Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2026
• Notable Performers / Scorers: Team Effort