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PANJIM: Sporting Clube de Goa secured a 1-0 victory over Chanmari FC (CFC) in the All India Football Federation I-League 2 match played at Bambolim Athletics Stadium, on Wednesday.
Sporting Clube’s Biswa Darjee delivered a decisive goal in the closing moments, securing a vital victory for the team and extending their winning momentum, while Chanmari FC were dealt their second defeat of the season.
While Chanmari FC, with 19 points, posed a threat on the counter, Sporting Clube’s defence remained resolute, with key players making crucial interceptions to neutralise their opponents’ attacks. With the win, Sporting Clube moved up to 15 points in the standings.
The first half saw both teams battling fiercely for control, with each side creating chances but unable to break the deadlock. The game remained intense as both teams fought hard to gain the upper hand.
In the second half, Biswa scored a late header in the 92nd minute, following a perfectly delivered cross from Myron, securing the victory for Sporting Clube.
Sporting Clube, currently standing in third position in the league, will face their next match on March 17, against KLSA at the Khuman Lampak Stadium in Manipur.