MPSC emerge champions of Imphal West Super Division League
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 18 2019:
Manipur Police Sports Club (MPSC) sealed a narrow 1-0 win against SKYC, Sekmai in their last league encounter to claim the champions title of the 19th S Birendra Singh Memorial Super Division Football League Tournament 2018-19 and will be representing Imphal West in the upcoming Winners' Cup.
It was an exciting clash at BMSC ground, Taobungkhok as both were title contenders although MPSC had a slight edge as a draw was more than enough for the team to lift the title.
Both MPSC and SKYC started the game cautiously to deny one another from getting on the scoresheet till the break with a series of interceptions and tacklings.
MPSC however shifted gears and put more pressure against the Sekmai side in the second half with better understanding and crisp passing among the players.
After few unsuccessful drives, Haokhosai found the back of the net in the 68th minute and it was worthy enough to be the winner as SKYC failed to draw level despite their diligent efforts.
Elsewhere in the 14th league match of the tournament CHIKL, Chajing and NC Club, Khonghampat to share the spoils while BMSC, Taobungkhok and YDO, Kwakeithel Heinoukhongnembi also had the same result in the last league match of the tournament.
A total of 6 teams took part in this league tournament organised by Imphal West Dist Football Assn.