Striker Shivnesh Sami marked his 21st birthday in an impressive fashion by scoring twice in Dreketi’s 2-0 victory over Nadogo in the opening Senior Division semifinal of the 2024 FMF Inter District Championship (IDC) at Churchill Park in Lautoka today.
The Northern clash was fiercely contested, with both teams striving to adapt to the challenging wet and slippery conditions.
After a scoreless first half, Dreketi took the lead when Sami confidently dribbled into the box and fired a powerful shot, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
The young striker capped off his special day by adding a second goal just before the match ended.
Dreketi will now await the winner of the second semifinal currently in progress between Northland Tailevu and Rakiraki.
The Senior Division final is scheduled to take place at 10 am tomorrow.