The Archive · 1938

SHANGHAI SOCCER Hallans Outscore Russian Regiment

'The Savoia defeated the Russian Regiment in a Second Division game. played at Kiaochow Park on March 26 when they emerged victorious by five goals 10 two before a crowd of about eight hundred spectators, who were treated to plenty' of thrill The Iallans had the best of the exchanges in the first half when they swung the ball upfold relying upon openings. ing better under-the speed of the "winger o erate standing of passing than their oppon-cents in the second half, the Russians had more of the play, but they were unable to turn their midfield work Into goals, due to a big weakness at centre. Had they possessed a man who could have ulllised the openings created by the inside men and wingers, a different result might have been recorded.

Mr, W. T. Sung officiated and maintained complete control throughout the game, being congratulated at the close on his fine handling of the play.

Gaunt, Martinello, Torri-Pagnacce, Poses, ere Strebing, "Mtencsnos Belixot "Room: Svy._ Shedtakot, and" Usanko!

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