A fairly large number of spectators gathered round the Recreation Club's playing pitch on Saturday afternoon to witness this match, in the semi-final round of the Cup competition, despite the counter attraction on the Police ground and an 8.Y.C. parade. The weather was ideal and the turf in excellent condition, though a little on the fast side. An interesting game resulted in a victory for the Football Club by three goals to one.
Shanghai Recreation Olub v.
Francis Xavier's School, In this match, played on the 8. M. Police ground on Saturday afternoon, the Recreation Club, playing with only what may be termed a "scratch" team, gave proof of the superiority of burst League over second League football. In the first half the School team, by speed and excellent combination, ably held their own; but in the second bult experience told and the Recreation Club gained " comparatively cary victory by four goals to one.
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