Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 26:
DM Rao, Sekmai edged past VYC, Ukhrul 4-3 via the tie-breaker to advance into the semi final round of the 27th Shirui Lily Cup 2008 football tournament being played at TNL ground, Ukhrul.
After a goalless draw in the last quarter final match today, penalty shoot-out was applied with the Sekmai side eventually coming out triumph with four successes compared to only three by the rivals.
Ibomcha, Bipin, Kenny and Apao managed to beat the VYC goalkeeper from the spot as Tharingson Keishing, Ngayokpam and Reyanpam were the successful convertors for the Ukhrul team.
In pre-quarter final matches played on March 24, VYC humbled UPAA, Kyamgei 4-0 while DM Rao outlasted CFC, Chandel 4-2.The first semi final match tomorrow will feature TRUGPU and YAC, Yaiskul at 1 pm.