Posted: Tuesday, August 19, 2025. 10:26 am CST.
San Estevan’s Italy players celebrate goal against Trinidad’s USA during their regular season encounter in July – Photo Credit: Lul’s Quick Cash
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: Italy of San Estevan clinched the championship title at the 2025 New Horizon Sporting Club ‘Kevin Bernard’ Mundialito, edging out defending champions USA of Trinidad in a tightly contested 1–0 final at the Louisiana Football Field in Orange Walk on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Final Showdown: Italy 1-0 USA
Italy’s disciplined defense and swift counterattacks proved decisive, with forward Ronaldo Castillo netting the lone goal of the match to seal the victory. The win dethroned USA of Trinidad, who had entered the final as reigning champions.
2025 New Horizon Sporting Club ‘Kevin Bernard’ Mundialito champions – San Estevan’s Italy – Photo Credit: Lul’s Quick Cash
Third Place Match: Germany 3-1 Japan
Germany of Orange Walk secured third place with a commanding 3–1 win over Japan of Black Wata.
- Japan’s lone goal came from Jaylen Young.
- Germany’s scorers included Alexander Reyes, Jordi Baeza, and Di Mauro Alvarado, each contributing a goal to the triumph.
2025 New Horizon Sporting Club ‘Kevin Bernard’ Mundialito subchampions – Trinidad’s USA – Photo Credit: Lul’s Quick Cash
San Estevan’s Italy players celebrate goal against Trinidad’s USA during their regular season encounter in July – Photo Credit: Lul’s Quick Cash
Individual Honors
- Regular Season MVP: Di Mauro Alvarado (Germany), whose consistent performances anchored his team throughout the tournament.
- Finals MVP: Kerth Guzman (USA), recognized for his standout play despite the loss.
- Best Goalkeeper: Aldwin Dominguez (Italy), whose reflexes and composure were instrumental in Italy’s title run.
- Top Scorer (Goleador): Roosevelt Rodney (Italy), whose goal tally throughout the Mundialito set him apart as the tournament’s most lethal finisher.
The 2025 New Horizon Sporting Club ‘Kevin Bernard’ Mundialito continues to be a vibrant tournament displaying youth talent and community pride in Orange Walk while celebrating football’s power to unite and inspire. Italy’s victory marks a new chapter, with San Estevan’s squad etching their name into local football history.
2025 New Horizon Sporting Club ‘Kevin Bernard’ Mundialito trophies – Photo Credit: New Horizon Sporting Club
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