Mohammed Shazil Ali shone as a two-goal hero, leading Paradise Seafood Supplies Lautoka to a thrilling victory against Sigatoka Electric Nadroga in their Extra Battle of the Giants match held at Subrail Park in Labasa.
Ali opened the scoring in the 40th minute after both teams displayed spirited performances throughout the first half. The match intensified shortly after halftime when Nadroga’s Salimone Ravonokula equalized, making it 1-1 and igniting a determined push for a victory from Nadroga, who dominated possession in search of a lead. Despite their aggressive efforts and several near-misses, Nadroga struggled to find the back of the net, eliciting frustration from their fans.
In an exciting turn of events, Lautoka capitalized on a momentary lapse in concentration from Nadroga’s defense. With mere seconds left in the match, Ali seized an opportunity, striking decisively to seal Lautoka’s victory.
Looking ahead, Lautoka is set to face Ba tomorrow at 3 PM, while Nadroga will prepare to meet Labasa at 5 PM.
This win adds to Lautoka FC’s ongoing success, highlighted by prior robust performances under the guidance of their coach, Imdad Ali. Their recent matches have demonstrated a resurgence of confidence, resilience, and teamwork, which bodes well for future encounters in the league. The momentum from these victories not only boosts team morale but also instills hope among their supporters as they aim for a higher standing in the tournament.
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