South Melbourne FC defeat the Knights at derby match

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South Melbourne FC achieved its third victory in as many games on Monday night, with the “blue and white” team defeating Melbourne Knights 2-1 at Lakeside Stadium during a derby match.

In front of around 2,800 spectators, Esteban Quintas’ home side did the job and will go into the tough away clash with Dandenong Thunder in the best of spirits. 

South Melbourne started the match in the best conditions as they opened the scoring in just the 7th minute with Marco Jankovic’s header. 

In the second half, South Melbourne came out strongly and in the 47th minute with a header from Patrick Langlois, the score became 2-0.

This victory saw South Melbourne get nine points on the National Premier Leagues Victoria Men’s competition. The Club is now at the top of the standings.

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