In a thrilling opening match of the 2024 Extra Supermarket Futsal Inter District Championship (IDC) held in Suva, last season’s finalist Nadi showcased their determination by battling against Lami. The match ended with Nadi emerging victorious after a hard-fought contest.
Nadi capitalized on the talents of Patrick Joseph and Rusiate Matarerega, who were instrumental in their performance. Despite taking the lead on three separate occasions, Nadi faced stiff resistance from Lami, who managed to equalize each time. The sides went into halftime tied at 2-2, with Matarerega scoring both goals for Nadi, while Lami’s Ravneel Pal and Shivneel Chand each found the net.
After the break, Bir Khan scored to put Nadi ahead in the 30th minute, but Lami’s Pal responded quickly, leveling the score once more. After intense moments, Khan held his nerve and ultimately secured the winning goal, sealing the match for Nadi.
Looking ahead, Nadi will face Lautoka in their next match scheduled for 3 PM today, while Lami is set to compete against Labasa at 6 PM.
This start to the championship demonstrates the competitive spirit and resilience of both teams, indicating an exciting tournament ahead. Fans can look forward to more thrilling performances as the teams vie for the title.
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