MARGAO
The thrilling third edition of the SARSANGAN Desserts n More Futsal One Day Series concluded with SinQ Rangers lifting the championship trophy after a commanding 2–0 victory over PDK Kings in the final.
The final delivered edge-of-the-seat excitement as SinQ Rangers took the lead late in the first half through Vishal Sinai Salgaonkar. Despite valiant efforts from PDK Kings, including two shots from Gajanan Kamat that rattled the crossbar, SinQ’s goalkeeper Soham Shirodkar was outstanding, making several crucial saves. Vishal sealed the win with a second goal in the second half, securing SinQ Rangers’ well-deserved triumph.
SinQ Rangers reached the final after a tense semifinal against Cosmos United, winning 2–1 on penalties following a goalless draw in regular and extra time. Young Vedant Kharangate calmly converted the winning penalty, while substitute goalkeeper Shailesh Miskin was left stunned. Cosmos goalkeeper Siddhesh Shetye was praised for his impressive performance throughout the match.
PDK Kings booked their final spot with a convincing 4–1 win over Sniper FC in the other semifinal, featuring a brace from Gajanan Kamat and goals from Akhil Kamat and Arya Shetye. Swayam Kurade scored the lone consolation for Sniper FC.
Teams Mumbai GSB FC, FC Global, Antruz Rising Stars, and Antruz Strikers missed out on the knockout stage.
The award ceremony featured special guests Aditya Prabhugaonkar, Anup Mopkar, Parai Dubhashi, Rajan Shetye, Shiraj Pai Khot, Sandeep Thali, and Avinash Kossambe, who honoured the tournament’s standout performers.
Soham Shirodkar’s heroics, especially his penalty saves in the semifinals and steady performance in the final, earned him the Man of the Finals award and wide acclaim.
Individual Awards:
Golden Football (Best Defender): Shaunak Kamat – PDK Kings
Golden Gloves (Best Goalkeeper): Soham Shirodkar – SinQ Rangers
Golden Shoe (Top Scorer): Vishal Sinai Salgaonkar – SinQ Rangers
Fair Play Team Award: Sniper FC
Emerging Player: Vedant Kharangate – SinQ Rangers
Best Midfielder: Sharmad Kurade – Sniper FC
Best Winger: Gajanan Kamat – PDK Kings
Best Coach: Sanil Shirwaikar – SinQ Rangers
Special Mentions: Soham Prabhugaonkar (Cosmos United), Sharmad Sinai Navelcar (SinQ Rangers)
