
MARGAO
Cuncolim Union edged past Guardian Angel Sports Club, Curchorem, 8-7 via a tense tie-breaker to move ahead in the Navelim Villagers Football Tournament, played at the Rosary Ground, Navelim.
Both teams adopted a cautious approach in the opening half, sharing possession and creating a few half-chances, but their forwards failed to make them count.
The second half saw Cuncolim Union increase the tempo, with forward Daulat Dessai frequently finding himself in promising positions but unable to convert the opportunities.
With neither side managing to break the deadlock in regulation time, the match was decided on penalties, where Cuncolim Union held their nerve to win 8-7 in the shootout.