In an intense Group A matchup at the 2024 FMF Inter District Championship, Suva and Navua ended in a 2-2 draw, keeping both teams in contention for a semifinal berth. After both teams suffered 3-1 defeats in their opening matches against Labasa and Lautoka, they were in desperate need of a positive result in this game.
Suva took an early advantage, with goals from Samuela Drudru in the 8th minute and Solomon Islander Gagame Feni in the 29th minute. However, Navua responded just before halftime with a free-kick from Kolinio Sivoki that caught goalkeeper Akuila Mateisuva off guard, bringing the score to 2-1 at the break.
In the second half, a defensive error by Remueru Tekiate allowed Thomas Dunn to score, leveling the match at 2-2. With both teams earning a point, they will need to secure victories in their final matches to have a chance at reaching the semifinals. Tomorrow, Flick Hygiene Suva will face Flick Hygiene Lautoka at 8 PM, while Stratum Construction/Zeg Investment Navua will take on Extra Supermarket Labasa at 4 PM.