PANAJI: Fractures Verem Veterans pulled off a surprising 1-0 victory over Calangute Veterans in a thrilling Panjim Veterans football tournament match held at Taleigao ground.
The decisive moment came when Steven Fernandes capitalized on a beautiful cross from former Dempo player Remus Gomes to score the lone goal of the encounter, giving Fractures Verem a 1-0 lead in the first half.
The second half saw intense pressure from Calangute Veterans, spearheaded by former international Robert Fernandes, who unleashed several long-range shots. However, Fractures Verem Veterans' goalkeeper, Camilo Barreto, proved to be a formidable presence, producing a stunning save to deny Calangute a crucial equalizer.
Morgan Gomes, proprietor of Gomes Bar n Restaurant (Panjim), graced the occasion as the chief guest and presented the Man of the Match award to Prasant Matkar of Calangute Veterans, despite his team's loss.
