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Guernsey FC gained revenge on FC Isle of Man for last month's defeat to the newly-formed side, when the two teams met at Footes Lane this weekend.
Guernsey’s football fans turned out in force, and, combined with a number of visiting Isle of Man supporters, gave the players a rousing reception.
GFC won the match on penalties and captain Jamie Dodd received the Skipton Cup trophy from the mortgage and savings bank's Business Development Director Nigel Pascoe.
“It was a pleasure to hand the Skipton Cup to Guernsey’s Jamie Dodd following a hard-fought match which resulted in a thrilling penalty shoot out," said Mr Pascoe. "There was a fantastic atmosphere in the ground and I am certain the excitement will grow over the years as the Skipton Cup becomes a regular annual fixture.”
FC Isle of Man Commercial Director Ty Smith, who was visiting Guernsey for the first time, said that despite the result, it had been "a truly great occasion".
"Huge congratulations go out to Guernsey FC and Skipton International for putting on such an excellent event at a time when a positive story seems more welcome than ever. Two island communities coming together to enjoy each other’s company and cultures, through the prism of sport is exactly that, and exactly what these projects are all about.
“The hospitality the club and our fans have received whilst being here has been fantastic and we can’t wait to reciprocate again when we compete for the 2nd Skipton Cup next summer on the Isle of Man.”
The Skipton Cup will be contested annually between both islands in a three-year deal agreed with Guernsey-registered bank Skipton International.
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