Suva Muslim College and Vunimono High School moved into the semifinals of the Extra Fiji Secondary Schools Football Championship, with action focused on the U19 division in Ba.
In a gripping quarterfinal, Suva Muslim College edged Shree Gurunanak Khalsa College 10-9 on penalties after a 2-2 draw at full time, sealing their spot in the last four. In another U19 clash, Vunimono High School prevailed over All Saints Secondary School 4-1 to book their semifinal berth.
The girls’ bracket also produced drama, with Tavua College overcoming Duavata Secondary School 3-2 to advance to the semifinals. In other girls results, Ba Sanatan College Girls beat Korovuto College 2-1, Xavier College Girls defeated Waiqele College 1-0, and Seaqaqa Central got past Vunimoli Islamia 2-1.
Context from other brackets shows the tournament’s broader landscape, with reports from earlier rounds highlighting strong performances from clubs like Labasa College in the U19 category and noting the elimination of some traditional powerhouses such as Xavier College and Rishikul Sanatan College in other pools. The competition remains wide open as the semifinals approach, showcasing a mix of established schools and rising talents across Fiji’s secondary schools.
Key results at a glance
– U19: Suva Muslim College 2-2 Shree Gurunanak Khalsa College (Suva Muslim wins 10-9 on penalties); Vunimono High School 4-1 over All Saints Secondary School.
– Girls: Tavua College 3-2 Duavata Secondary School; Ba Sanatan College Girls 2-1 over Korowuto College; Xavier College Girls 1-0 over Waiqele College; Seaqaqa Central 2-1 over Vunimoli Islamia.
What to watch next
– The semifinal slate will pit the ongoing penalty-clinching confidence of Suva Muslim against the momentum of Vunimono High School in the U19 division.
– In the girls’ competition, Tavua College’s run will test their consistency against Ba Sanatan College Girls and the other advancing teams, including Xavier College Girls and Seaqaqa Central.
Summary
Two U19 teams—Suva Muslim College and Vunimono High School—advanced to the semifinals after tight-quarterfinal wins at Ba, with the girls’ division also producing quarterfinal thrillers as Tavua College, Ba Sanatan College Girls, Xavier College Girls, and Seaqaqa Central moved closer to the final.
Positive note
The results underscore growing depth in Fiji’s school football, with young players showcasing resilience, skill, and entertaining football that bodes well for the sport’s development and the next generation of talent.
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