Tivoli wins Digicel Premier League Championship

Tivoli Gardens were last night crowned the new Digicel Premier League champions after defeating fifth place Arnett Gardens 1-0 at Edward Seaga Stadium.



Orane Simpson scored a 28th minute penalty to put the West Kingston team on 72 points, the same as defending champions Portmore United, who battled to a goalless tie with hosts Harbour View at the Harbour View Mini Stadium.



Tivoli won the 2008 to 2009 title courtesy of a better goal difference over Portmore United, who were searching for a victory to defend their title.



Harbour View, who also entered the day with a chance of winning the title, ended in third place on 69 points.



First time entrant Meadhaven United have joined Reno as the relegated teams.



Meadhaven United were relegated after a 1-1 draw with Reno at Frome Sports Complex.



Village United, who were at the bottom of the table for most of the season, avoided the drop after a 2-1 victory over Sporting Central Academy at Elliston Wakeland Centre.



In the remaining games Rivoli United edged St Georges 2-1 at Lynch Park in Portland, while Waterhouse recorded a 2-1 victory over Boys’ Town at Drewsland Mini Stadium.