The HLB Suva Futsal team showcased their dominance in the sport by successfully defending their title at this year’s Extra Supermarket Futsal Inter-District Championship, securing a decisive 6-2 victory against Lautoka at the Vodafone Arena in Suva.
The match started with Krishneel Singh scoring the opening goal for Suva, but Lautoka quickly equalised through Aporosa Yada. Yada then put Lautoka in the lead before Aman Naidu brought the scores level for Suva. However, the second half saw Suva take control of the game, netting four goals to seal their win.
In recognition of his outstanding performance, Krishneel Singh was named the man of the match. Meanwhile, Nikil Chand earned the Golden Boot award for his impressive contributions throughout the tournament.
In the women’s category, Rewa topped the standings with nine points, while Tailevu Naitasiri followed with six. Adilitia Bakaniceva from Rewa was awarded the Golden Boot, and Maria Veronika was recognized as the best player of the tournament.
Fiji FA chief executive Mohammed Yusuf expressed gratitude to all teams for their competitive spirit and commended Suva on their remarkable victory. He also thanked the major sponsor, Extra Supermarket, for their support during the four-day event.
This championship not only highlights the talent and dedication of the players but also strengthens community ties through sports. The continued success and commitment of the teams involved promise a bright future for futsal in Fiji.
Summary: The Suva Futsal team successfully defended their title at the Extra Supermarket Futsal Inter-District Championship with a 6-2 victory over Lautoka. In women’s competition, Rewa took the lead with strong performances from their players. Fiji FA praised all participating teams and the event’s sponsor, highlighting the growth and potential of futsal in Fiji.
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