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Maccabi Masters review: September 15

The Maccabi Masters Football League kicked off for its 21st season this weekend, under the new leadership of David Jacobs, who took over as chairman from the founder of the league, Stuart Lustigman, who retired after 20 successful years at the helm.

September 15, 2019 21:33

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By Jeremy Silverstone

1 min read

Launching their campaigns with wins this week were EHRS Stonegrove and Hendon Harriers, who beat Glenthorne and Marshside respectively.

EHRS defeated Glenthorne 3-1 thanks to goals from Steve Krieger, Marc Morris and an own goal, whilst Gary Adams replied for Glenthorne.

Hendon Harriers put five past Marshside – two each for Jon Nesbitt and Andy Diamond plus one from Mark Kingston – with Manny Ezekiel and Fara Moghim netting for Marshside in Harriers’ 5-2 win.

RESULTS

Maccabi Masters Football League

EHRS Stonegrove 3 Glenthorne 1

Hendon Harriers 5 Marshside 2

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