A Breakthrough Tournament Run for the Lions at TST 2025

We entered The Soccer Tournament 2025 with a clear purpose. Our goal was to demonstrate that Certified Lions FC can compete at the highest levels of seven against seven soccer while representing Oklahoma City with professionalism and commitment. The tournament provided a strong platform for our players, staff and supporters, and it resulted in one of the most meaningful performances in our club’s history.

Our opening match was against Atlético de Madrid TST, a team with global recognition and a strong roster. We approached the match with discipline, structure and confidence. The team maintained composure in key moments and executed the game plan effectively, earning a significant 5 to 4 victory.

The second match placed us against Trident FC, a well organized and competitive opponent. The match was played at a high tempo and provided valuable challenges that tested our defensive shape and decision making. Although the final score favored Trident, the match helped us refine our approach for the final group stage game.

With advancement still possible, our third match against Seleccion Potrero carried real importance. The team responded with focus and determination. We controlled key phases of play, managed possession effectively and finished our chances with precision. The 3 to 1 result allowed us to secure qualification to the knockout round for the first time in club history.

Reaching the Round of 32 marked a significant milestone for our organization. It reflected the progress we have made and the standards we continue to build. In the knockout match against Pasha Luxury FC, our players competed with commitment and maintained a strong work rate throughout. While the result did not favor us, the experience added valuable insight as we look ahead to future tournaments.

Our participation in TST 2025 strengthened our identity as a competitive and ambitious club. The performance against Atlético de Madrid drew national attention, and our advancement through the group stage demonstrated the quality and character of our roster. The support from our community in Oklahoma City and from fans following online played an important role throughout our journey.

We leave TST 2025 encouraged by our progress and motivated to continue improving. The lessons gained from this tournament will support our development across all areas of the club. We look forward to returning to TST 2026 with an even stronger foundation and a clear objective to advance deeper into the competition.