MARGAO: Sai Ilhas Veterans held their nerve to beat Vasco Veterans 3-1 in the tie-breaker after the teams played out an entertaining 3-3 draw in the Veterans Tournament.
Vincent Barbose led Sai Ilhas’ charge with a brace, while Venancio Gonsalves added a goal. Vasco responded through a double strike from Socor Pereira before Nelson Landez netted a dramatic equaliser to force the tie-breaker.
Sai Ilhas proved more composed in the decider, with Govind Baleba, Prestley Pereira and Vincent Barbose converting their attempts. Niazi Shaikh was the only player to score for Vasco in the tie-breaker.
Stanley Colaco was named Man of the Match and received the award from Anthony Rego, team manager of Verna Sports and Cultural Association.
