John Orobulu, a standout player from the Solomon Islands, achieved an impressive five-goal haul as Rewa decisively defeated Nadroga 7-0 in the opening Super Premier match of the 2024 FMF Inter District Championship (IDC) held at Churchill Park in Lautoka today.
Rewa, known as the Delta Tigers, showcased their dominance right from the start, with Orobulu scoring the first goal in the 21st minute. He quickly doubled the lead four minutes later by partnering effectively with young talent Asivorosi Rabo.
Rabo himself found the net in the 30th minute, followed by midfielder Epeli Valevou, who extended the lead to 4-0 just a minute later, allowing Rewa to head into halftime with a commanding advantage.
Orobulu continued his exceptional form in the second half, adding two more goals in the 77th and 92nd minutes, sealing a remarkable victory for Rewa.
The starting lineups for both teams were as follows:
**Extra Supermarket Rewa** – Isikeli Sevanaia, Ivan Kumar, Leon Kofana, Patrick Joseph, John Orobulu, Madhwan Goundar, Tevita Waranaivalu (C), Epeli Valevou, Stanton Alick, Asivorosi Rabo, Iowane Matanisiga.
**Sigatoka Electric/Nadroga Auto Marine Upholstery Works Nadroga** – Sakeo Taganeca, Abhishek Ram, Nemani Lulusini, William Khan, Rusiate Matarerega, Semesa Sacere (C), Ravinesh Reddy, Taniela Raubula, Jone Railumu, Steward Toata, Zoheb Rahim.