Wenham Sheppard Possie Cup Opens with Dramatic 3–3 Draw at Benjamin Park

Portsmouth, Dominica – March 6, 2026
The Wenham Sheppard Possie Cup Invitational got off to a thrilling start on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Benjamin Park, as Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC and Marigot United FC battled to an exciting 3–3 draw in the opening match of the tournament.
Bombers FC made a fast start when Devon George opened the scoring in the 4th minute. Moments later, Marigot United unfortunately conceded an own goal, giving Bombers an early 2–0 advantage.
The match quickly intensified, prompting firm action from Referee Sabin, who made it clear early that discipline would be maintained throughout the contest.
In the 11th minute, Vincent Joseph of Bombers FC was issued a yellow card, followed by another caution to Ursha George in the 12th minute. The disciplinary actions continued in the 19th minute when Richardo Leblanc received a yellow card.
Also in the 19th minute, Vincent Joseph received his second yellow card, resulting in a red card and reducing Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC to ten men early in the match.
Despite playing with a man down, Bombers FC continued to press forward. Stephan Martin pulled one back for Marigot United in the 26th minute, but Bombers restored their two-goal advantage just before halftime when Devon George scored again in first-half stoppage time (45+ minute), giving Bombers a 3–1 lead at the break.
The second half saw a determined comeback from Marigot United. Beron Abraham found the net in the 55th minute, before Raheem Bazil converted from the penalty spot in the 61st minute to level the match at 3–3.
Both teams pushed for a winner in the closing stages, but the match ended in a dramatic draw, setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting tournament.
The Wenham Sheppard Possie Cup Invitational, hosted at Benjamin Park, continues to highlight the competitive spirit and talent of football clubs across the North and Northeast of Dominica.
Match Statistics
Match: Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC vs Marigot United FC
Venue: Benjamin Park
Date: March 6, 2026
Final Score: 3 – 3
Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC Scorers
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Devon George – 4'
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Devon George – 45+'
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Own Goal (Marigot United)
Marigot United FC Scorers
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Stephan Martin – 26'
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Beron Abraham – 55'
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Raheem Bazil – 61' (Penalty)
Disciplinary Record
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Vincent Joseph (Bombers FC) – Yellow Card 11'
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Ursha George (Bombers FC) – Yellow Card 12'
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Richardo Leblanc – Yellow Card 19'
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Vincent Joseph (Bombers FC) – Second Yellow / Red Card 19'
