PANAJI: Navelim FC delivered a commanding performance in the Sesa Vedanta Cup semifinals, dispatching Compassion FC 4-0 to secure their place in the championship match. Acira Fernandes emerged as the undisputed hero, bagging a decisive hat-trick (27th, 33rd, 54th minutes) to lead her team to victory.
Neha Verlecar opened the scoring for Navelim in the 23rd minute, setting the tone for a dominant display.
Fernandes' impressive performance on the pitch was rewarded with the Player of the Match accolade. Navelim FC now sets their sights on the coveted Sesa Vedanta Cup trophy as they prepare to face Sinquerim SC in a highly anticipated final.
