MARGAO
The 24th Bro. Eulalio Vas Memorial Football Tournament got off to an exciting start as Betalbatim Sporting Club edged past Raia Sporting Club 9-8 via a tiebreaker to enter the quarterfinals. The tournament is being organised by Don Bosco Oratory, Fatorda and is being played at the Don Bosco ground, Fatorda.
Both teams played an aggressive brand of football and created several goal-scoring opportunities. The match ended in a 1-1 draw at full time, with Joswel Cardozo giving Raia Sporting Club the lead, before Klusner Pereira equalised for Betalbatim Sporting.
In the penalty shootout that followed, Betalbatim Sporting Club held their composure and emerged victorious, converting their spot kicks more effectively than Raia Sporting.
Klusner Pereira was named Man of the Match for his all-round performance and was felicitated by Fr. Leo Pereira.
