The Telekom S-League has a new champions Central Coast FC who claimed a historic first-ever TSL title in their second season after claiming the third spot last in 2020.
Central Coast FC finished with 49 points in what is dubbed as the most competitive season as the title race goes to the wire on the final day of the season.
Six-time champions Solomon Warriors had a chance to go top of the ladder taking on third place side Waneagu United who earned a point to blow the chance with a draw.
Coast goes into the final match with Marist FC knowing they are out of reach of Solomon Warriors top of the standings.
A draw against Marist was just a conclusion to a remarkable story for Central Coast capping a first TSL title only in their second season in the top flight.
Central Coast head coach Jacob Moli lauds his players and management for sticking together as a team during a challenging season.
“First I want to thank God. Also my players and management for their commitments every day in training and in the games which was very challenging,” he said.
“In football, it is not easy to stay at the top but I believe we will compete next season to defend the title.”
Next is the OFC Champions League play-off with Solomon Warriors on a date yet to be confirmed.
Solomon Warriors finish second in the TSL for the second season running and Coach Selson Molea said they will regroup for the 2021 season.
“This season we don’t have the consistency to be at the top and I think we will need to look at the squad to make some changes next year,” he said.
“I believe we still have a chance to qualify for the OFC Champions League and I have a game plan to counter Central Coast.”
Waneagu United coach Henry Koto is happy with his team finishing third in the first season.
“I want to congratulate my team for securing third place in our first season,” he said.
“We will build from this achievement and come back stronger next year.”
Former champions Henderson Eels completes the top four while Real Kakamora recorded their best finish in the TSL to settle on the 5th spot.
KOSSA FC forward Gagame Feni and Tigi Molea of Solomon Warriors are the joint 2021 TSL top scorers.
The 2022 Telekom League season starting is yet to be confirmed by the TSL board.
