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RAIA: Parish Youth, Nuvem secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Navelim Villagers Union to book their place in the semi-finals of the 17th London Trophy inter-village football tournament 2025, organised by Goa Velha Sports Club.
Shenoy Colaco opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, slotting past Navelim goalkeeper Selwin Gomes. Just four minutes later, Joywin Costa doubled the lead, ensuring a 2-0 advantage at half-time.
The result was sealed in the 39th minute when Nicolau Colaco found the net, cementing Parish Youth, Nuvem’s dominance.
Navelim Villagers Union struggled with discipline, as Francis Colaco and Richard Colaco received cautions, while Rovan Pereira was sent off for violent conduct.
Parish Youth, Nuvem will now face the winner of Peddem Bomm Sports Club vs Sinquerim Sports Club in the semi-final on April 6.
Francis Colaco was named man-of-the-match and received the award from Joy Gonsalves, a player and member of Goa Velha Sports Club in the United Kingdom.