MARGAO
Guirdolim Club secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over SCC Lotoulim to advance to the quarterfinals of the 30th Mandopa Cup, played at Mandopa Ground.
The first half ended in a goalless stalemate, with both teams creating chances but failing to break the deadlock. In the 18th minute, Guirdolim’s Joaquim Carvalho set up Vitorinho Fernandes with a perfect pass, but Fernandes’ shot went wide. SCC Lotoulim also had their opportunity when their striker had a golden chance to take the lead, but his shot sailed over the crossbar.
The only goal of the match came in the 50th minute, when Vitorinho Fernandes, the veteran striker for Guirdolim, slotted home the decisive goal, securing his team's place in the next round.
Aluizio Fernandes, the Sports Secretary of Navelim, presented the Man of the Match award to Vitorinho Fernandes for his match-winning performance.
