Suva Futsal concluded their 2024 season in spectacular fashion, successfully defending their Extra Supermarket Inter-District Championship title with a decisive 6-2 victory over Lautoka in the championship match held at the Vodafone Arena. This win follows their recent triumph in the Futsal League, solidifying their status as the premier futsal team in Fiji.
The standout players in the grand finale were Krishneel Singh and Aman Naidu, each scoring twice, while teammates Deepal Singh and Justin Kumar also contributed to the scoreline. Lautoka’s goals came from Aporosa Yada, who emerged as the leading scorer of the tournament with an impressive total of 13 goals.
Head Coach Vivek Nadan expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, particularly highlighting their resilience after a setback earlier in the pool play against Ba. Nadan emphasized, “It was better to lose a match in pool play rather than in eliminations,” showcasing the team’s strategic mindset. His players executed their game plan effectively in the semi-final against Nadi, which set the stage for their ultimate win.
In other news, Rewa Futsal excelled in the Women’s Futsal IDC, securing the title based on overall points.
The tournament recognized several outstanding individual performances:
2024 Extra Supermarket Futsal IDC Awards:
– Women’s grade:
– Fair Play Award: Nasinu Futsal
– Golden Boot Award: Adi Litia Bakaniceva (Rewa Futsal)
– Golden Ball Award: Maria Veronika (Rewa Futsal)
– Golden Glove Award: Emily Esposita (Nasinu Futsal)
– Men’s grade:
– Fair Play Award: Lautoka Futsal
– Golden Boot Award: Aporosa Yada (Lautoka Futsal)
– Golden Ball Award: Nikil Chand (Suva Futsal)
– Golden Glove Award: Kitione Baleloa (Suva Futsal)
This season’s achievements not only highlight Suva Futsal’s dominance but also foster a sense of community pride and enthusiasm for the sport in Fiji. The continued development of players and teams at various levels promises a bright future for futsal in the region, encouraging young talents to pursue their passion.
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