PANAJI
Churchill Brothers and Pax of Nagoa claimed dominant wins in the Goa Professional League on Thursday.
At SAG Ground, Benaulim, Churchill Brothers bounced back from a recent loss to Goa Police with a 3-0 victory over Vasco SC. The match began brightly for Churchill, with Imarson scoring in the 10th minute from a quick throw-in.
In the 60th minute, a penalty awarded for a foul on Sarif Khan allowed Lesly Rebello to convert, making it 2-0.
Imarson added his second goal in the 75th minute, finishing off a low cross from Jobern Cardozo. Vasco’s late penalty attempt in stoppage time was saved by Churchill keeper Nitish Mehra, preserving the 3-0 scoreline.
Meanwhile, at Duler Stadium in Mapusa, Pax of Nagoa cruised past Guardian Angel SC 4-0.
Delton Colaco opened the scoring in the 19th minute, followed by Jesloy Moniz’s goal in the 34th minute, making it 2-0.
In stoppage time of the first half, Colaco netted again to complete his brace.
Nagoa added a fourth in the 73rd minute when Verloy Fernandes, introduced as a substitute, scored from distance to seal the 4-0 win.
Both teams dominated their respective matches, showcasing strong performances in the Goa Professional League.
