Springvale took all three points from Verriby City with a 3-1 victory in the Victorian Premier League 2. The match at Regular Season 25 on Saturday evening finished with the visitors in control. And here's the thing — the result told its story from the opening exchanges.
Springvale opened the scoring at the 2nd minute. A quick movement caught Verriby City's defence unprepared. The home side had barely settled before they were behind.
Verriby City responded at the 15th minute. They worked the ball into the box and found their equaliser. To be fair, it showed the kind of character that has kept them mid-table for 26 games.
By then, the 20th minute had passed without incident. The game settled into a rhythm both teams seemed comfortable with. Verriby City had their moment and Springvale adjusted.
Springvale broke through again at the 21st minute. Three minutes later, at the 25th minute, they added a third. The visitors held their nerve when the home side pushed forward.
Springvale sit 8th with 32 points after 26 matches. Verriby City remain 12th with 24 points. Neither position offers much comfort, but the gap between them stayed the same.