KSC lift Winners' Cup trophy
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, January 12 2022:
KSC (Kangpokpi) scored at both ends against UBFC (Ukhrul) to win the 25th Thangjam Birachandra-Maipakpi Memorial Winners' Cup 2021-22 at Turf Ground, Lamlong Thongkhong, on Wednesday.
KSC had to go through a tight tussle in the first half to earn a 1-0 advantage that came only in the final seconds of the first 45 minutes.
It was Seineo who buried the ball in the back of the net to put his side in front just before the break.
The see-saw battle continued for the major part of the second period and the Kangpokpi side finally breathed easy when Robinson capitalised on a well-timed pass to score their second goal in the 77th minute.
KSC never relinquished their 2-0 lead in the remaining minutes to ultimately enjoy a memorable day, getting their hands on the winners' trophy.
KSC were impressive throughout the course of their campaign.
In their two-leg semifinal tie against XI-Star SU, the Kangpokpi squad made a clean sweep of their two semifinal matches by winning both at home and away.