Nasinu showcased remarkable skill in the Extra Premier League, defeating the esteemed Ba football team with a score of 3-2 at the Uprising Sports Centre in Pacific Harbour. The victory positions Nasinu firmly as a team to watch this season, having previously recorded a win against Lautoka and narrowly losing to Navua.
The match began energetically for Nasinu, with Solomon Islander Emmanuel Etim netting the first goal in the 30th minute, closely followed by a second from veteran player Jone Naraba ten minutes later. This early lead set a confident tone for Nasinu, known as the Giant Killers in the league.
Ba responded in the second half when France Catarogo managed to bring the score to 2-1 at the 57th minute. However, Ba’s chances were severely diminished when Raj Pillay received a red card in the 72nd minute, leaving his team short-handed. Taking advantage of the situation, Naraba sealed the match for Nasinu by scoring their third goal in the 77th minute. Despite a late consolation goal from Catarogo in the 90th minute, Ba could not overturn the deficit.
With this victory, Nasinu now sits with six points from three matches, while Ba remains at two points. This win not only underscores Nasinu’s improving form but also highlights their potential in upcoming fixtures, generating excitement among fans about the competitive landscape of the league.
The match reflects a strong start for Nasinu, and with performances like these, fans can look forward to an engaging season ahead filled with thrilling football.
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