On the second day of the Late Capt N Kenguruse, MVC Memorial Football Tournament at the iconic IG Stadium in Kohima witnessed thrilling matches that left the crowd on the edge of their seats. The action-packed day featured Medziphema Royal FC and Tehok FC emerging victorious in their respective clashes.
Medziphema Royal FC vs. New Ager’s: In the first match of the day, Medziphema Royal FC displayed their prowess on the field against a spirited New Ager’s team. The New Ager’s showed great persistence but couldn’t overcome the Medziphema Royal FC’s resilience. The match ended with Medziphema Royal FC triumphing with a score of 3-0.
The Medziphema Royal FC secured their place in the next round, where they will face off against Western Sumi FC. The goals that sealed their victory were netted by Kikruzelie in the 44th minute, an own goal by Akhingba in the 52nd minute, and Komezo in the 79th minute.
Tehok FC vs. Chang SA: In the second match of the day, Tehok FC faced off against Chang SA in a fierce battle. The impenetrable defense of Tehok FC gave them a clean sheet, and they emerged victorious with a final score of 3-0.
Tehok FC became the first team from Group 3 to advance to the next round, securing their place in the tournament. Their goals were scored by Lima in the 7th minute and Nisede in the 18th and 53rd minutes, while Chang SA failed to find the back of the net.
Tomorrow’s Fixture: The excitement doesn’t end here, as the tournament continues with more thrilling matches scheduled for tomorrow. The fixtures for Day 3 are as follows:
- A Yhome FC vs. Holy Angels Sports Team at 8:00 am.
- Peace United FC vs. St. Xavier’s College Jalukie at 12:00 pm.
- Vanguard Academy vs. Beckon FC at 2:00 pm.
Football enthusiasts and fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming matches as the tournament progresses. With each team showcasing their talent and determination, the Late Capt N Kenguruse, MVC Memorial Football Tournament promises to provide more exhilarating moments and unforgettable goals as it unfolds at the IG Stadium in Kohima. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting football competition.