MARGAO: CAC beat St Sebastian UC Benaulim 3-2 in the 22nd Fr Basilio Andrade Memorial Tournament, at Musson ground, Majorda.
The match showcased skill, determination, and sportsmanship, setting the tone for what promises to be a thrilling tournament. St Sebastian UC Benaulim opened the scoring in the early minutes through a penalty converted by Faizal and carried the lead into half-time.
However, CAC Cansaulim remained undeterred by the early setback and continued to apply relentless pressure on the Benaulim defense. Their determination paid off when Asher found the net, leveling the score and reigniting the crowd's enthusiasm. A few minutes later, CAC Cansaulim were awarded a penalty which was converted by Elvino.
Benaulim responed with a double change by bringing in Nicholas and Joel. The change bore immediate results with Joel heading in a neat cross from Nicholas.
The match was heading for a tie-breaker but Cansaulim had other ideas. Asher dispossessed a Benaulim defender and slotted the ball past the advancing Benaulim goalkeeper.
