NDL FC 2-5 Prime FC — Gameweek 12 match report. Dara Dada (8 goals) leads NDL FC's attack. Game Changers: Game Changer (3) & Game Changer (0). Read the full match report, player stats, table impact and head-to-head analysis.
Match Summary — NDL FC 2-5 Prime FC
Football took center stage at Baller Arena when NDL FC met Prime FC in a compelling advert for Baller League football — competitive, dramatic, and hard-fought.
NDL FC, sitting pretty in the Final Four places at 1st, knew a win here would tighten their grip. When the dust settled, it was Prime FC who emerged 2-5 victors, making it a hat-trick of wins as their momentum continues to build. The Game Changer window — Game Changer and Game Changer — proved pivotal, contributing 3 of the match’s 7 goals.
NDL FC form (before GW12): ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 🤝 (W-W-W-W-D)
Prime FC form (before GW12): 🤝 ❌ ❌ ✅ ✅ (D-L-L-W-W)
How the Match Unfolded
First Half
Twelve minutes in and the Game Changer Game Changer came alive, reshaping the contest entirely — and the goals flowed. 3 times the net bulged during the activation period, a frantic, breathless spell of attacking football. Prime FC held the upper hand at the break, having shown just enough quality to edge ahead in a closely-fought half.
Second Half
The 27th minute brought the Game Changer Game Changer thundering into the match — a moment that would prove pivotal — but for all the tactical upheaval, the net remained undisturbed. Both defences had clearly done their homework. The scoreboard didn’t flatter Prime FC — they were simply better in every department, and NDL FC had no complaints.
Goal Timeline
The goals arrived in a dramatic sequence that told the story of the match:
- 9′ — Sak Hassan (Prime FC) fired the opener
- 11′ — Bráulio Valera Pinto Maieco (Prime FC) struck
- 12′ — Sak Hassan (Prime FC) scored
- 13′ — Francis Gerard Mampolo (Prime FC) netted
- 14′ — Razzaq Coleman (NDL FC) converted
- 22′ — Solomon Baugh (NDL FC) netted
- 24′ — Francis Gerard Mampolo (Prime FC) struck
| Minute | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 9′ | Sak Hassan | Prime FC |
| 11′ | Bráulio Valera Pinto Maieco | Prime FC |
| 12′ | Sak Hassan | Prime FC |
| 13′ | Francis Gerard Mampolo | Prime FC |
| 14′ | Razzaq Coleman | NDL FC |
| 22′ | Solomon Baugh | NDL FC |
| 24′ | Francis Gerard Mampolo | Prime FC |
Game Changer Impact — Game Changer & Game Changer
The Game Changer period left a genuine imprint on this fixture, with the Game Changer and Game Changer activations generating 3 goals — 43% of the match’s total output.
The Game Changer window was the more impactful, its 3 goals shifting the balance of the contest at a critical moment. Matches where the GC contributes this significantly tend to be remembered — the rule modifications force teams out of their comfort zones and into pure reactive mode, which is where the best (and worst) of Baller League football is often found.
| GC Activation | Type | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Half (12′) | Game Changer | 3 |
| 2nd Half (27′) | Game Changer | 0 |
| Total | 3 |
Match Performers
NDL FC
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Razzaq Coleman | 1 | 0 | 4 | 15 |
| Solomon Baugh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Isaac Modi | 0 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
Prime FC
Sak Hassan led the charge for Prime FC, his 2 goals a testament to the kind of ruthless finishing that makes him a nightmare for opposing defences. He also chipped in with 1 assist for good measure.
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sak Hassan | 2 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Francis Gerard Mampolo | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Bráulio Valera Pinto Maieco | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mauro Vilhete | 0 | 2 | 3 | 20 |
| Montel McKenzie | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
| Timmy Abraham | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Key Players & Season Stats
NDL FC — Top Scorers (Season)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dara Dada | 8 | 5 | 10 |
| Sam Fitzgerald | 8 | 4 | 10 |
| Isaac Modi | 6 | 1 | 10 |
| Joshua Parker | 6 | 3 | 7 |
| Kevin Weggen | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Prime FC — Top Scorers (Season)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Gerard Mampolo | 17 | 4 | 10 |
| Bráulio Valera Pinto Maieco | 9 | 0 | 10 |
| Timmy Abraham | 7 | 2 | 10 |
| Ergys Pepaj | 6 | 2 | 10 |
| Sak Hassan | 5 | 5 | 9 |
Key Attacking Threats
- Dara Dada — NDL FC’s talisman with 8 goals from 10 appearances and 5 assists. A reliable and consistent outlet who defences have learned to fear.
- Francis Gerard Mampolo — Prime FC’s leading marksman with 17 goals from 10 outings, plus 4 assists. A proven match-winner who carries Prime FC’s main goal threat game after game.
Season Context
This was the absolute pinnacle of the season: the Final Four Playoffs at The O2. The regular season stood behind them, and only one team could leave as the Season 3 Champions. NDL FC entered this match averaging 4.4 goals per game — a number that reflected their struggles in front of goal this campaign. Prime FC, by contrast, arrived with an average of 4.9 per outing — a figure that highlighted the work still to be done in the final third.
The league-wide average stood at 7.1 goals per game, a benchmark that underlined the high-octane nature of Baller League football.
Head-to-Head History
NDL FC and Prime FC had locked horns 1 time before this encounter, and the history books painted an intriguing picture. NDL FC had the historical edge with 1 win to Prime FC’s 0, with 0 draws completing the record.
| GW | Result |
|---|---|
| 9 | NDL FC 5-3 Prime FC |
| H2H Stat | NDL FC | Prime FC |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Goals Scored | 5 | 3 |
Total head-to-head goals: 8 across all meetings.
Table Impact
NDL FC stayed at 1st, prime fc climbed to 6th.
| Team | Before GW12 | After GW12 |
|---|---|---|
| NDL FC | 1st | 1st |
| Prime FC | 9th | 6th |
Match Stats at a Glance
| Stat | NDL FC | Prime FC |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 5 |
| GC Goals | 3 | 3 |
| GC 1st Half (Game Changer) | 3 | 3 |
| GC 2nd Half (Game Changer) | 0 | 0 |
Match Facts
- 3 of 7 goals (43%) came during Game Changer activations
- Francis Gerard Mampolo heads Prime FC’s scoring charts with 17 goals, a tally any forward would be proud of
What’s Next
NDL FC
With the Season 3 playoffs complete and the champions crowned, NDL FC’s campaign has officially concluded. Stay tuned for off-season updates and Season 4 announcements!
Prime FC
With the Season 3 playoffs complete and the champions crowned, Prime FC’s campaign has officially concluded. Stay tuned for off-season updates and Season 4 announcements!
All stats via Baller League UK Hub. Match reports auto-generated from official data.
Looking for more Gameweek 12 coverage? Check out the full GW12 roundup for all 3 matches, stats, and analysis.