Aruba defeats Anguilla 2-0 with goals from Roviën Ostiana and Justin Figaroa

ORANJESTAD — Aruba’s national team secured a 2-0 victory over Anguilla after a goalless first half and a stronger second-half performance in which Aruba turned its pressure into goals.

The first half ended 0-0 despite Aruba creating several opportunities. Roviën Ostiana forced Anguilla goalkeeper Jelanie Lawrence into a number of saves, while Bradley Martis, Carlito Fermina and Jaybriën Romano also went close without finding the net.     

Aruba finally opened the scoring in the 53rd minute. Ostiana finished with his right foot from the center of the penalty area into the bottom-left corner after an assist from Gello Robertha, making it 1-0.     

Aruba continued to create chances in the second half, with efforts from Rainey Breinburg, Walter Bennett, Mishawn Molina and Alljereau Mercera. The second goal arrived in the 88th minute when substitute Justin Figaroa scored with a right-footed shot from the center of the box to seal the 2-0 result.     

Aruba completed the match without conceding and produced a solid performance, particularly after halftime. The final score was Anguilla 0, Aruba 2.