In a thrilling first semifinal battle, Amigos FC emerged victorious against the Fury FC Molvom. The match witnessed the fight for midfield dominance till the final whistle. The opening score came early in the match in the 13th minute from Menguzelie. In the second half, a 30-yard shot from Nyithong in the 57th minute took the score to 2. Fury FC were found wanting in finishing with a couple of lost chances at close range. The match was sealed when Rhitso broke the defence of Fury and tipped the ball in the corner beyond the reach of the keeper.

Final Score : 3-0 in favor of Amigos FC

 

Tsovi Vasa of UFC in midfield action against Lhangphong of MVYO

 

In the second semifinal match, Medziphema Village Youth Organization (MVYO) booked their berth in the final by defeating the United Falcon Club with 3 goals to 1. The first goal came in the 9th minute when Thejasetuo tapped the ball into the UFC net. Despite strong midfield control, the MVYO attackers were denied goals by the disciplined UFC defence and keeper.
The second half saw the custodian on both sides busy keeping their net safe. However, Avika of MVYO found the net in the 64th minute taking the lead to 2 goals. A fine dribbling skill and finishing from Thejasetuo in the 76th minute took the score line to 3-0.

The consolation goal for the UFC finally came from Nourhelhoulie in the 85th minute in a display of fine counter attack.

Final Score: 3-1 in favor of Amigos FC

 

The final match will witness Amigos FC looking to lift the Cup for three consecutive times and the MVYO to finally break their quarterfinal jinx and lift the Cup.

 

The Final Match will be played on Wednesday at Local Ground Medziphema from 1:00 PM onwards.

 

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