Robinson hits 19-minute hat-trick as young Gombey Warriors bounce back in Baku
Bermuda’s Under-15s showcased resilience and ruthless attacking flair in Baku, bouncing back from a heartbreaking 10-man defeat by Georgia to dismantle São Tomé and Príncipe 5-1.
In a whirlwind day of tournament football at the Hövsan Competition Complex, the young Gombey Warriors’ character was tested early against European opposition before their forward line ran riot.
Bermuda’s opening fixture hinged on a pivotal 20th-minute straight red card. Reduced to 10 men, the islanders mounted a disciplined rearguard action against a well-drilled Georgia side, holding out until the 39th minute when the decisive goal was finally conceded.
Any lingering frustration was emphatically swept aside in the second match, inspired by a 19-minute hat-trick from Legend Robinson and two goals from Darien Lambert.
- 6 mins: Lambert opens the scoring with a sharp finish.
- 10 mins: Vinicios Santo levels for São Tomé against the run of play.
- 17 mins: Robinson calmly converts from the penalty spot to restore the lead.
- 22 mins: Lambert pounces for his second of the match to make it 3-1.
- 24 mins: Robinson strikes again to put the contest out of reach.
- 36 mins: Robinson completes a memorable treble into the bottom corner.
The five-goal display cements a statement recovery for Bermuda on the world stage, leaving them firmly in contention ahead of their remaining festival ties.
