Ba Muslim open their Dayals FANCA ICC 2025 campaign with a 3-0 victory over Magania, powered by a standout display from striker Mohammed Shazil, who scored one goal and set up two others.
Shazil, who stars for Lautoka’s senior men’s team, was the focal point of Ba Muslim’s attack, contributing a goal and two assists to lead the west-based club to a convincing win. Ba Muslim’s starting XI featured several Ba players, including Faazil Ali, Abdul Sahil, and Nabil Begg, highlighting the club’s local talent.
Magania, drawn from Nadi, fielded a number of senior players as well, with Nadi’s senior team captain Afraz Ali leading the visitors and Navua’s Matthew Charitar also on the field.
In other Premier Division Day 1 action, Drasa and Sabeto played to a 2-2 draw, while Nadi defeated Varavu 2-0.
Context and broader background
Ba Muslim has been building a rising profile in Fiji’s Muslim football circuit. The club has previously reached the finals of the Tebara Halal Meats Muslim Inter-District Championship (IDC) in 2023 and 2024, and is sponsored by Ahmed & Syndicate. The organization has also shown a broader community focus, expanding into volleyball with sponsorship from Vishal’s IT Solution, underscoring a commitment to holistic sports involvement and community engagement.
Notable recent milestones for Ba Muslim in IDC include clinching the title in 2025 after extra time in a 2-1 victory over Rewa, with standout performers such as Nabil Begg and Mohammed Shazil Ali contributing to the triumph. A dramatic final featured a pivotal free-kick by Dr Zaim Ali, sealing the win, and underscored Ba Muslim’s growing strength in Fiji football.
What this means for Ba Muslim going forward
This early, emphatic win provides Ba Muslim with valuable momentum as they push through their FANCA ICC 2025 campaign. The performance from Shazil demonstrates the team’s attacking potential and depth, while the involvement of Ba players in the lineup signals strong local continuity and talent development. The win also reinforces Ba Muslim’s broader identity as a growing multi-sport community club with sustained investment and fan support.
Summary
Ba Muslim began their FANCA ICC 2025 journey in style, with Shazil delivering a goal and two assists in a 3-0 win over Magania. The result adds to the club’s rising reputation in Fiji’s football landscape, supported by a history of IDC success and broader community engagement across sports.
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