MARGAO: Don Bosco Oratory Fatorda secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sao Jose de Areal to book their place in the quarterfinals of the 2nd Mansion House Football Cup 2026 on Friday.
The Fatorda side started brightly and created the first clear opportunity in the 16th minute when Richie Vaz unleashed a shot that was comfortably gathered by the Areal goalkeeper.
Don Bosco Oratory eventually broke the deadlock in the 37th minute through captain Alfred Noronha, who produced a clinical finish to put his team ahead.
Areal pushed for an equaliser after the break, but the Fatorda defence held firm and protected their slender advantage until the final whistle.
Noronha was named Man of the Match for his decisive goal and leadership. The award was presented by Elton Cardozo of Cuncolim Union.
