D1 Boys
The BISS Lions D1 team competed in the SISAC D1 Finals, bringing together the top six teams in Shanghai - three from Puxi and three from Pudong - in a tournament hosted by Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong. The event was marked by high levels of competitiveness, excitement and excellent football throughout.
Despite the cold and strong winds, our boys demonstrated great determination, courage and discipline, executing their tactical strategies with impressive consistency in every match.
BISS opened the tournament with a quarter-final clash against Wellington International School. In a well-balanced and competitive game, the Lions proved more efficient, controlling play and taking the lead early in the second half through a superb header from Joaquim. Both teams created chances, but BISS secured a deserved victory to progress to the semi-finals.
In the semi-final, the Lions faced the German School Shanghai in a physical and highly contested match. BISS started strongly, taking an early lead with a powerful strike from Achille and controlling the game well until half time. However, a loss of focus in the second half allowed the opposition to score twice through quick transitions. Despite a strong effort to respond, fatigue and injuries limited the team’s ability to recover, resulting in a 3–1 defeat.
In the third-place playoff against the hosts, Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong, BISS delivered an outstanding performance. Unfazed by the home crowd, the Lions dominated from start to finish, showcasing excellent technical quality, fluid positional play, and high pressing. Goals from Harrison and Joaquim sealed a well-deserved victory, with several other chances created throughout the match.
A third-place finish earned through resilience, determination, and, above all, a high standard of football.
D2 Boys
The SISAC S5 final of the D2 Boys’ Plate division was hosted by BISS and featured Livingston International School, Concordia International School and Nord Anglia International School in an atmosphere of celebration, sportsmanship and great excitement.
The BISS Puxi D2 Football Team delivered an outstanding performance at the SISAC Plate Tournament, finishing as deserved champions after a dominant display across all matches.
The squad set the tone early with a confident 4–0 victory over Concordia International School, showing composure and control from the outset. They carried this momentum into their second match, securing a strong 4–1 win against Nord Anglia International School through disciplined play and clinical finishing.
In the final, the team produced their most complete performance of the day, defeating Livingston International 4–1 to lift the trophy.
Across all fixtures, the team demonstrated excellent tactical understanding, playing out from the back with confidence, using short, sharp passing, and maintaining width and structure in possession. Communication across the pitch was consistent, and as the tournament progressed, the players grew in confidence, moving the ball with increasing speed and purpose.
It was a composed, organised and mature performance throughout, with the team fully embracing their style of play and executing it effectively under pressure. A well-deserved result and a fantastic achievement for the squad.
D2 Girls
The BISS Lions girls travelled to Dulwich College Puxi to compete in the SISAC Cup Finals alongside seven of the top teams from across Pudong and Puxi.
Following an impressive qualification phase - winning four out of five matches - the Lionesses entered the tournament as one of the top-seeded teams, facing Shanghai American School Puxi in the quarter-finals. It was a dominant performance, with BISS controlling the game from start to finish, playing dynamic, high-quality football and creating numerous chances. A convincing 4–0 victory followed, with Lya and H each scoring twice.
In the semi-finals, BISS faced Nord Anglia International School in a well-balanced and competitive match. Both teams played attractive football, combining structured build-up with quick transitions. Angela opened the scoring with a well-worked goal, and although NAIS pushed hard for an equaliser, Jenna sealed the win with a second goal, sending the Lionesses into the final.
The final against Dulwich College Suzhou was an exciting match, with chances at both ends. Ultimately, efficiency in front of goal proved decisive, with the opposition securing a 4–1 victory despite a strong and determined performance from BISS.
This season has seen remarkable progress from the team, particularly with many players still in Key Stage 3. Their development, commitment, and quality highlight a bright future ahead.
