6th Shaheed Manoranjan Memorial Football Tournament begins SKYC edge out FC Moirang via penalty
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 28 2016:
The 6th Shaheed Manoranjan Singh Memorial State Open Football Tournament, jointly organised by Group Centre CRPF and Imphal West District Football Association (IWDFA) under the aegis of All Manipur Football Association (AMFA) began today at Main Stadium, Khuman Lampak.
The opening function was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam as chief guest while IGP Manipur-Nagaland Sector K Vijay Kumar and DIG Group Centre Sh Bikram Sahgal attended as guests of honour.
In today's opening match, SKYC, Sekmai claimed a thrilling 6-5 win against FC Moirang via the penalty after both teams were held 1-1 in normal time.
The match began with FC Moirang taking an early 1-0 lead after L Momocha headed in a free kick from Y James in the 9th minute.
However, SKYC quickly came back into the match after RK Robin converted a penalty.
After both sides were held 1-1, penalty shoot out was brought into the match to decide the match winner.
In the penalty shoot-out, RK Robin, Joyeen, Ng Peter, AB Mairelung and Sanathoi found their targets for SKYC.
On the other side, FC Moirang witnessed their goals from Th James, Deepang Limbu, Kh Arif, William.
Tomorrow, Sagolband United will play with NEROCA FC while in another match RAU will meet NISA.