FCM emerge champions of 7-Men A-Side Football tourney
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 03 2019:
FCM, Mekola defeated SPYC, Govindagram 5-3 via penalties after a 2-2 draw during regulation to claim the title of U-13 7-Men A-Side Football Tournament organised by Young Union Club, Langthabal Phuramakhong under the sponsorship of The Sangai Express and Vivo today.
The final match saw a stiff competition from both sides and eventually finished the normal time locked at 2-2 .
Dravid and Appu scored for the winning side during normal time while Ranjan and Jaychandra netted for SPYC to draw level before they were beaten 5-3 on penalties.
The closing ceremony of the tournament participated by a total of 16 teams was attended by Nishikant Singh Sapam, publisher of The Sangai Express; Kh Santa, distributor, Vivo and Zilla Parishad Member, Shilasana as presidium members who also feted the participants.
Speaking at the occasion, chief guest, Nishikant Singh Sapam stressed on the need to give priorities in games and sports besides academic activities.
He further maintained that "The Sangai Express" is always ready to extend support towards the cause.