MARGAO
Chandor Sports Club edged out Guardian Angel SC 6-5 via a penalty shootout to secure a spot in the semifinals of the 15th Davorlim Cup, at the Davorlim Panchayat ground, on Tuesday
In the opening minutes, Guardian Angel's Godwin Fernandes nearly put his team ahead with a header that rattled the goalpost. Chandor responded with their own close call before halftime, but Louie Noronha's powerful shot was deflected by a Guardian Angel defender.
Crossing over, Guardian Angel's Norman, Milroy, and Livon all spurned chances, while Chandor's Sildon and Shfik also failed to find the net. As the final whistle blew, the score remained 0-0
In the shootout, Mario, Joaquim, Gail, Louie, Laximan, and Shfik all converted their penalties for Chandor. Guardian Angel fought back with goals from Fedrich, Norman, Prinson, Ivo, and Keegan but it wasn't enough. Airen Fernandes of Guardian Angel was awarded the Man of the Match trophy by Francisco Colaco.
