The defending champions, NZFFI Auckland All Stars, began their Pacific Community Cup journey with a solid 2-1 victory against Rewa at Churchill Park in Lautoka. In a thrilling match, Rewa’s John Orobulu, hailing from the Solomon Islands, caught the Kiwis off guard with an early goal just 56 seconds into the game. However, the Auckland All Stars quickly responded; guest player Hamish Watson found the back of the net in the 12th minute, followed by a decisive goal from veteran Samuela Drudru seven minutes later, securing the win for the All Stars.
Despite a tense second half filled with aggressive plays and efforts to score from both teams, no additional goals were registered. Looking ahead, the NZFFI Auckland All Stars will play against the USA All Stars tomorrow at 4:30 PM, while Rewa is set to clash with Labasa at 5:45 PM.
This match showcases the competitive spirit and talent within the Pacific Community Cup, providing exciting opportunities for teams to shine and further develop their skills. Fans can look forward to more thrilling matches ahead as the tournament unfolds.
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