Defending champions Fiji opened their 2024 FANCA Nations Muslim World Cup campaign with a strong performance, defeating Australia 2-0 in Lautoka. The team, guided by coach Mohammed Ashif Khan, showcased their talent with notable players such as goalkeeper Mohammed Alam, Zibraaz Sahib, Abbu Zahid, Afraz Ali, William Valentine, Usman Omede, Ramzan Khan, and Nabil Begg. The goals for Fiji came from Suva representative Khan and Ba’s Begg, both scoring in the first half.
In other matches on the first day, New Zealand secured a 2-0 victory against the United States. In the Masters Division, Fiji and New Zealand played to a 1-1 draw, while Canada dominated the USA with a 3-0 win. In the Legends Division, Australia and New Zealand finished their match in a goalless draw, while Canada triumphed over Fiji with a score of 4-1.
This strong start by Fiji sets a hopeful tone for the tournament, showcasing their determination to defend their title. With such talent and teamwork, fans can look forward to exciting matches ahead as they aim for further success in the competition.
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