The Extra Premier League is set for an exciting weekend, filled with pivotal matches that promise to bring both drama and intensity on the pitch. Highlighting today’s action, Tavua will host Rewa at Garvey Park at 3 PM, marking an anticipated rematch. In their previous encounter, Tavua shocked fans by initially taking a 2-0 lead, thanks to Atunaisa Livanalagi and Sanaila Waqanicakau. However, Rewa, displaying composure befitting title contenders, mounted a stunning comeback to win 4-2, solidifying their position in the league.
Rewa will be eager to maintain pressure on the league leaders, Labasa, while Tavua seeks their first victory of the season, backed by their home crowd. Another clash today sees ABA Realtors Nasinu FC take on the undefeated Extra Supermarket Labasa FC at the Uprising Sports Centre, also kicking off at 3 PM. Labasa, reigning champions of the BiC Fiji FACT tournament, will aim to extend their impressive run of seven wins and two draws.
Tomorrow, three matches will unfold, starting with Navua versus Suva at 3 PM at the Uprising Sports Centre. This match features mid-table rivals, both vying for crucial points, after Suva edged out Navua 2-1 in their last meeting. The match is likely to attract attention given the recent changes in coaching for both teams, which could inject fresh tactics and strategy into their gameplay.
In Ba, the local Men-in-Black will clash with traditional rivals Nadi at the Fiji FA Academy, also at 3 PM. Ba emerged victorious in their last match, claiming a tight 2-1 win, and will look to solidify their position in the top ranks with another win. Nadi, however, is eager to break free from the lower half of the standings and avenge their previous loss.
Finally, Lawaqa Park will see Nadroga host Lautoka, also at 1 PM. Nadroga recently showcased their potential, delivering a surprising result by defeating Labasa during the BiC Fiji FACT group stage, and will be motivated to climb higher in the league, while Lautoka aims to bounce back after their first-round victory against Nadroga.
With teams pushing hard for crucial points, this weekend of the Extra Premier League is poised to captivate fans and potentially reshape the standings, giving rise to moments of excitement and surprise. The community’s passion for football is clearly on display, as supporters rally behind their squads in hopes of achieving glory.
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