MARGAO
Parish Youth Nuvem advanced to the semifinals of the 23rd Bro. Eulalio Vas Memorial Football Tournament, organized by Don Bosco Oratory Fatorda, with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Betalbatim Sports Club on Monday.
Nuvem took the lead in the 15th minute when Drawin Colaco skillfully placed the ball into the net. Betalbatim had a chance to equalize in the 25th minute, but Mhosin Shayed's shot sailed over the crossbar, leaving Nuvem ahead 1-0 at halftime.
In the second half, Betalbatim sought to find the equalizer but struggled to convert their opportunities, with Keith Rodrigues, Gladson, and Jesus Ferrao all failing to hit the target. Nuvem then extended their lead in the 45th minute when Meislein Barreto broke through the defense and calmly slotted the ball into an open net.
Betalbatim managed to pull one back when Mhosin Shayed unleashed a powerful shot from the edge of the box that found the back of the net. However, it wasn't enough to change the outcome, and Nuvem held on for the victory.
Parish Youth Nuvem will face Raia Sporting Club in the semifinals on November 11, 2024. Drawin Colaco was awarded Man of the Match, receiving the honor from Vincent Fernandes, a member of Don Bosco.
