In a well contested match which was witnessed by a large festive crowd, the teams displayed good talent but could not score as it remained goalless in the first half.
Post resumption, the teams adopted aggressive approach and both had equal number of scoring chances.
An error by Maina goalkeeper in the 50th minute allowed Savio to score from close range.
Verna were richer by Rs 40,000 and a glittering trophy while Maina had to settle for Rs 30,000 and the runners-up trophy.
The following individual prizes were awarded to Best disciplined team Nerul SC; First scorer of the final Savio of Verna; Best goalkeeper of the final Francis of Maina SC and Best player of the final to Edwin.
Minister of Forest and Environment Alina Saldanha was the chief guest and gave away the prizes in the presence of guest of honour Mercian Vaz, deputy sarpanch of Village Panchayat of Cortalim-Quelossim and Fr Diogo Fernandes, parish priest of St Philip and James’ church.
Earlier, Antonio Vas, President of Cortalim Villagers welcomed. Antonio Joao Fernandes and Anthony Miranda compered. In all, 16 teams participated.
