MICHIGAN TIGERS FC ELITE 64 11G VS MFA REVOLUTION GR 11G ELITE
In a tightly contested U14 Girls Elite Championship played at Brighton’s Legacy Center on October 19, 2024, MFA Revolution GR 11G Elite edged out Michigan Tigers FC Elite 64 11G with a 2-1 victory to claim the State Cup title. Both sides displayed skillful build-up play and spirited defending, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. The Tigers struck first, seizing momentum with a well-placed goal midway through the first half that tested MFA’s resilience before the Revolution regrouped and intensified their attack.
MFA Revolution responded before halftime with a swift equalizer – an incisive passing move culminating in a clinical strike from the top of the box that leveled the score. The second half added to the drama as both teams battled for control in midfield. MFA gradually seized the upper hand through sharp transitions and cohesive wing play, forcing several quality saves from Michigan Tigers’ keeper. Key defending in the box thwarted multiple Tigers’ corner set-pieces, keeping the match level heading into the final stages.
In the closing minutes, Revolution delivered the decisive blow. A corner played short sprung a quick counterattack that ended with a precise finish inside the six-yard area, putting MFA ahead 2-1. That goal held fast under intense pressure, with the Tigers mounting one last charge only to be denied by disciplined marking and composure from the Revolution back line. With that comeback win, MFA Revolution claimed their state championship trophy in a memorable, hard-fought showdown that showcased grit, teamwork, and rising talent on Michigan’s youth soccer stage.