Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 03 2008:
TRUGPU, Nambol defeated ASSA, Sangaiyumpham 2-0 today and advanced to the quarter finals of the 52nd CC Meet football tournament being played at Mapal Kangjeibung.
In the other match today, AMOFA, Moirang outclassed KYU, Kangpokpi 3-1 .
A defence splitting pass from T Shyamo culminated with L Ratan putting TRUGPU ahead in first half injury time with the provider playing yet another vital part in Kh Inaoton's 83rd minute goal that virtually put the match away from ASSA's grasp.
With the solitary goal victory against former champion SSU Singjamei, TRUGPU topped Group C with a tally of six points.
The AMOFA versus KYU match witnessed a keen contest especially in the first half which remained scoreless.
Complexion of the game changed after the lemon break with Th Inaotomba heading in the AMOFA opener in the 66th minute before L Indramani (71st) and Rocky Kom (78th) chipped in to extend the advantage.
For KYU, Satgoulen reduced the score deficit with a 90th minute goal.