The Subway Joeys have claimed a 4-3 win over Switzerland U-16 in a modified friendly at the Stadio Comunale Ascona on Thursday evening (AEST).
The 120-minute contest contained four 30 minute intervals as both sides experimented with tactics and personnel in an entertaining clash in the Swiss Alps.
Brisbane Roar prodigy Quinn MacNicol was impressive with a brace as the Aussies dominated until the final stages with the scoreline somewhat flattering Switzerland after the concession of two late goals.
For Brad Maloney’s side, this was their first hit-out together as this newly assembled squad – comprising of players born in 2008 and 2009 – represents a new qualification cycle for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2025™ scheduled for April and the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™.
Danilo Lebrino opened the scoring for the hosts with a tidy finish from a cutback but the Swiss lead…
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