Journeyman Away Performance: GG Grassroots Down Trabablas FC at St Joseph’s
In what was billed as one of the defining clashes of the season, GG Grassroots FC rose to the occasion with a resolute, hard-fought performance away at Trabablas FC on Saturday, 15 August 2026.
Playing on the firm turf at St Joseph's School For Boys, The Expendables produced a tactical masterclass to silence the home crowd, coming away with a thrilling victory in an exceptionally entertaining, tightly contested affair.
Chimanikire Magic Decides High-Stakes Clash
Facing a resilient Trabablas side on away soil, GG Grassroots was tested in every department. The match developed into a fiery, end-to-end battle, with both sides trading blows and fighting fiercely for every inch of space.
First-Half Standoff: Both teams displayed exceptional discipline and intensity early on. GG Grassroots structured their defense with precision, absorbing Trabablas' early pressure while dangerous transitions kept the host defense on high alert.
The 69th-Minute Breakthrough: With the match hanging in the balance as the clock ticked past the hour mark, up stepped centre back Ryan Chimanikire. Standing over a dangerous set-piece opportunity in the 69th minute, Chimanikire delivered a moment of absolute brilliance curling a sublime free-kick over the wall and past the outstretched keeper into the top corner.
Defensive Lockout: Fueled by the lead, The Expendables battened down the hatches. The backline held resolute under late Trabablas pressure, showing true mental fortitude to see out the remaining minutes and seal all three points.
Momentum Builds for The Expendables
This decisive away triumph showcases the growth, grit, and clinical flair nurtured across the academy. Ryan Chimanikire's standout moment proved to be the difference on a day where hard work and individual quality aligned perfectly.
This was a much needed victory , given the last result that GG Grassroots FC lost crucial points. This away victory keeps G.G Grassroots FC 3rd in the standings and 6 points off the log leaders as the campaign gathers heat!