⚽ League III – Group A Round 19 Recap (Halfway Through the Season)
We’ve reached the halfway mark of the campaign, and the race for promotion is heating up! The top spot earns automatic promotion to League II, while clubs ranked 2nd through 9th will battle it out in the playoffs.
🏆 Vancouver Whitecaps FC (CND) remain on top
The Whitecaps continue their impressive form, sitting firmly at 1st place with 40 points after 19 matches. Their +31 goal difference shows both dominance in attack and resilience in defense. They’ve been nearly flawless at home and away, setting the benchmark for the rest of the league.
🔥 Deportivo Garcilaso (PER) keeping pace
In 2nd place with 36 points, Garcilaso remain hot on Vancouver’s trail. Their attack has been consistent, though they’ll need to tighten up defensively to keep the pressure on the leaders heading into the second half.
🚀 Pirata FC (PER) climbing into contention
Pirata FC rise to 3rd with 35 points, showcasing some of the best attacking football in the group. Their recent surge in form could make them serious playoff contenders — or even potential challengers for the top if momentum holds.
💪 Excelsior Rotterdam (NEATH) and Chaco Petrolero (BOL) in the hunt
Both sides are tied at 35 points, sitting just outside the automatic spot. Excelsior’s strong home record and Chaco’s away resilience keep them well within striking distance.
⚔️ Tight race for the playoffs
From 6th to 9th, only a few points separate Audax Italiano, ASCE La Linguère, Casa Sports, and Dynamo Moscow — all still in the playoff zone but under pressure from Toronto FC and Deportivo Palestino just below. Every result matters from here on out.
⚠️ Struggles at the bottom
The lower table tells a different story — with Shandong Luneng Taishan (16 pts) and Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao (0 pts) rooted to the bottom. The Chinese sides have found life in League III tough so far, needing a major turnaround to climb out of danger.
🧮 Halfway Highlights
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Best Attack: Vancouver Whitecaps – 67 goals
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Best Defense: Deportivo Garcilaso – only 32 conceded
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Biggest Goal Difference: Vancouver (+31)
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Most Improved: Pirata FC’s recent surge into 3rd
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Longest Struggle: Guangzhou still winless after 19 rounds
The first half of the season has delivered drama, goals, and surprises. With everything still to play for, the second half promises even more as clubs chase promotion glory or fight to keep their League III status.
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