Lions secured a comfortable 4-1 victory over Peninsula Power in the Queensland NPL quarter-finals on Saturday, August 30. The result extends the hosts' unbeaten run to eight matches across all competitions. It also maintains their position at the summit of the table with 53 points from 22 matches.
The home side started brightly, picking up momentum early. A goal in the first minute set the tone, and they doubled their advantage just nine minutes later. To be fair, Peninsula Power looked vulnerable from the opening exchanges, and Lions took their chances when they came.
By half-time, the visitors had fallen further behind. A third goal in the 45th minute of the first period effectively ended any hopes of a comeback before the break. The hosts held a high line and caught the visitors in possession on more than one occasion.
The second half continued in the same vein for the home side. They added a fourth goal in the 73rd minute, and here's the thing — the match was already decided. Peninsula Power responded with character, pulling one back in the 91st minute to salvage some pride.
The defeat does not change the standings significantly. Lions remain top with eight points clear of second-placed Peninsula Power. The visitors had drawn two of their last three before this quarter-final, but the loss ends their recent momentum. The hosts will make life awkward for anyone who faces them in the semi-finals.