Nadroga celebrated its first victory of the season by defeating Suva 3-2 at the HFC Bank Stadium in Round 4 of the Extra Premier League. The match was marked by a remarkable turnaround as Nadroga managed to come from two goals down to secure an impressive win, marking Suva’s first loss in the competition.
Suva started strong, with Gagame Feni, hailing from the Solomon Islands, scoring the opening goal in the 5th minute and netting a second in the 15th minute, putting the Capital City side ahead. However, the Stallions displayed their resilience, with Siotame Kubu responding for Nadroga in the 33rd minute. Shortly after, Kubu forced a penalty that William Valentine successfully converted to equalize.
As the first half drew to a close, Nadroga took advantage of Suva’s faltering defense, and Salimone Ravonokula scored the team’s third goal, ensuring they led 3-2 at halftime. Despite Suva’s co-coaches Pita Rabo and Brian Singh making tactical changes and bringing in fresh players in the second half, Nadroga’s defense held steady, protecting their lead and securing full match points.
This win marks a significant moment for Nadroga, highlighting their ability to overcome a challenging start in the league. Fans are hopeful that this victory can serve as a stepping stone for the Stallions as they continue through the season, demonstrating their persistence and fighting spirit.
As football fans look forward to more exciting matches, it will be interesting to see how Nadroga builds on this momentum and whether Suva can bounce back from this defeat in upcoming games.
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