Raia Sporting Club storm into semifinals

THE GOAN NETWORK | OCTOBER 31, 2024, 12:13 AM IST
Raia Sporting Club storm into semifinals


MARGAO: Raia Sporting Club secured a spot in the semifinals of the 23rd edition of the Bro. Eulalio Vas Memorial Football Tournament, organized by Don Bosco Oratory Fatorda, by defeating Chandor Club 2-0 on Wednesday.

Chandor Club made an early attempt to score when Joaquim Carvalho sent a long pass to Alerich Peixeto in the 5th minute. Peixeto managed to beat two defenders but shot wide of the goal. Raia responded quickly with a counterattack in the 8th minute, as Joston Barbosa delivered a through ball to Garrison Fernandes, who skillfully beat Chandor's goalkeeper Presley Mascarenhas to open the scoring. Raia maintained their 1-0 lead until halftime.

In the second half, Chandor regrouped and tried to penetrate Raia's defense through a combination of Alrich, Gale, and Valentino. However, Raia's defense stood firm, preventing any further threats. Raia then extended their lead in the 46th minute, with Joston Barbosa finding the net.

Garrison Fernandes of Raia Sporting Club was named Man of the Match by Fr. Leo Pereira, Director of DBO Fatorda.

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