MARGAO: Don Bosco Oratory, Fatorda edged past a spirited USC Seraulim 4-3 via the penalty shootout to storm into the quarterfinals of the 20th Super Soccer Tournament, organised by United Club of Benaulim at the St John the Baptist Ground, Dando, Benaulim.
Clencio Pinto was kept quiet throughout the contest, while Kalu Barretto came closest to breaking the deadlock in regulation time, only to see his effort crash against the woodwork in the closing stages.
Seraulim relied on a resolute defensive display, with stopper Alison Rogtao and goalkeeper Rynell Pereira standing out in the backline to ensure the match ended goalless.
In the ensuing penalty shootout, Don Bosco Oratory held their nerve as Cayven Araujo, Joston Dias, Valito Miranda and Hanslum Furtado converted their spot-kicks. For USC Seraulim, Floscio Fernandes, Elroy Fernandes and Alden Fernandes found the target, but it was not enough to prevent their exit.
Valito Miranda was named Man of the Match, with the award presented by Benaulim Sarpanch Xavier Pereira.
