In an impressive display of skill, Saula Waqa secured a hat-trick for Lautoka, leading them to a 4-2 victory over the Manukau All Stars during the opening day of the Flick Hygiene Pacific Community Cup held at Churchill Park.
Waqa showcased his remarkable talent by finding the net twice within just three minutes, scoring in the 12th and 15th minutes. The home team extended their lead with a goal from left-back Sakaraia Naisua in the 22nd minute. Despite facing a challenging match, Manukau managed to respond with Garbhan Coughlan scoring in the 38th minute, which ended the first half with Lautoka in command at 3-1.
Waqa completed his hat-trick shortly after halftime, scoring again in the 38th minute. Coughlan added another goal for Manukau in the 58th minute, but the game concluded with Lautoka holding on to their lead.
Looking ahead, Lautoka is set to face Navua in their next match at 8:15 PM tomorrow, while the Manukau All Stars will compete against AuFFI All Stars at 7 PM.
This match not only highlights the individual brilliance of players like Waqa but also sets an exciting tone for the upcoming matches in the tournament. Fans can look forward to more thrilling performances as the Cup progresses, signaling a bright future for the participating teams and players.
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