Posted: Wednesday, September 24, 2025. 11:26 am CST.
Photo Credit: Verdes FC/Wilton Ixtecoc
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: 
Verdes FC tightened their grip on the top spot in the Premier League of Belize (PLB) with a decisive 3–1 victory over Port Layola on Monday night at the Marion Jones Sports Complex. The win keeps the Green Machine unbeaten through six rounds and lifts them to 14 points—four clear of their nearest challengers.
Verdes’ attacking efficiency and defensive resilience have been pillars of their campaign so far, with 16 goals scored and only three conceded. Monday’s win over Port Layola not only preserved their unbeaten record but also widened the gap in goal difference, now standing at +13.
Weekend Roundup
- Saturday, Sept 20 – Belmopan FC 2–0 Napoles FC
At the Isidoro Beaton Stadium, Belmopan FC delivered a disciplined performance to blank Napoles and leapfrog them into second place on goal difference. Both sides now sit on 10 points, but Belmopan’s superior defensive record gives them the edge. Although they’ve scored three fewer goals than Napoles (8 to 11), they’ve conceded just two—five fewer than Napoles’ seven
- Sunday, Sept 21 – Wagiya SC 4–2 Capital Sports Club
Wagiya doubled up on Capital SC at the Carl Ramos Stadium in Dangriga, securing their second win of the season and climbing to sixth place. The result brings Wagiya to seven points, just one behind Port Layola and Progresso.
- Inactive: Progresso FC
With all six first-round matches already played, Progresso were inactive this weekend. They remain in fourth place with eight points and a +3 goal difference.
PLB Standings – 2025/26 Season (After Round 6)
Key Takeaways
- Verdes remain the only unbeaten team in the league.
- Belmopan and Napoles are locked in a tight race for second.
- Wagiya’s win injects life into their campaign after a slow start.
- Progresso await Week 7 to resume play and stay in contention.
With Round 7 approaching, the title race is heating up as teams jostle for playoff positioning. Verdes will look to maintain their momentum, while the chasing pack aims to close the gap.
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