MARGAO: Ambelim Sports Club advanced to the semi-finals with a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Don Bosco Oratory Fatorda in the 25th All Goa Our Lady of Merces 8-a-side inter village football tournament, organised by Sirlim Sports Club and held at the Chinchinim Church ground,on Thursday .
Don Bosco took an early lead in the 12th minute through Roque Colaco. However, Ambelim responded quickly, with Aruino Fernandes equalising in the 18th minute to make it 1-1. By the 28th minute, Lester Fernandes' powerful volley gave Ambelim a 2-1 lead, which they held onto until halftime.
In the second half, Ambelim continued their attacking strategy, with Semson Fernandes extending the lead to 3-1 in the 42nd minute. Don Bosco managed to reduce the deficit shortly afterward, making it 3-2. However, Semson Fernandes sealed the victory for Ambelim with a stunning curling free-kick in the 48th minute, bringing the final score to 4-2.
Ambelim Sports Club will now meet Fr Agnel YC Paroda on August 12.
