Global FC on cusp of UFL title conquest after thrilling win over Loyola Sparks

By Karlo Sacamos

IF the celebration took longer than usual, it was understandable.

Global FC solidified its chances of winning the United Football League (UFL) as it turned back Loyola Meralco, 2-1, in a pulsating match at the packed Emperador Stadium in Taguig.

The pacesetting squad overhauled an early deficit and bucked a penalty miss before leaning on goals from old reliables Misagh Bahadoran and Izzo El-Habib to turn the game around .

Global thus jacked up its point total to 44 points, stretching its lead on top over the Sparks to five with still a game on hand.

“We've taken a big step,” Global coach Leigh Manson said, his voice hardly heard with the voices inside the dugout still roaring.

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