Round 13 of the 2025 Extra Premier League showcased thrilling football, featuring 22 goals and surprising turns that have fans eagerly anticipating the final stages of the season.
At the Fiji FA Academy Ground in Ba, Ba FC delivered a spectacular performance, crushing Nasinu FC 9-1. Etonia Dogalau emerged as the star of the match with a hat-trick, while teammate Fazil Ali added two goals, supported by contributions from Penisoni Tirau, France Catarogo, Nabil Begg, and Laendro Ruiz. This dominating victory places Ba in fifth position and injects them back into the conversation for a top-four finish.
In another stunning upset, Lautoka FC traveled to Subrail Park and handed title contenders Labasa FC a significant 4-1 defeat. Mohammed Shazil Ali and Rodney Lava each scored twice, while Labasa’s lone goal came from a penalty by Rusiate Doidoi. This disappointing result is a severe setback for Labasa’s title ambitions and adds new excitement to the championship race.
Meanwhile, Rewa FC held onto their top position despite being held to a 1-1 draw against Navua FC at Uprising Sports Center. John Orobulu scored for Rewa, only for Kolinio Sivoki to equalize from the penalty spot. The draw leaves Rewa with a narrow one-point lead at the summit with three rounds remaining.
Suva FC achieved a convincing 3-0 victory over Tavua FC at Garvey Park, with defender Amani Makoe impressively scoring two goals and Penisoni Rotidara sealing the win late in the match. This win positions Suva just outside the top five, highlighting the competitive nature of the league.
Lastly, Nadi FC and Nadroga FC ended their match in a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with goals from Tuiba Batirtau (Nadi) and Siotame Kubu (Nadroga) ensuring that both teams took a point from the encounter.
As the season progresses toward its climax, upcoming fixtures will include crucial matchups such as Lautoka vs. Tavua, Labasa vs. Navua, Rewa vs. Ba, Nasinu vs. Nadi, and Nadroga vs. Suva, promising even more drama and excitement.
This round of matches not only invigorates the title race but also showcases the depth of talent within the league, with teams fighting fiercely for their standing. Fans remain hopeful for the remainder of the season, looking forward to a dramatic conclusion filled with thrilling performances from their favorite teams.
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