Naoba FC emerge champions of 2nd MLA Trophy
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 27 2019:
Naoba FC, Kumbi beat YADA-A, Kangsoibi by 2-1 goals to lift the title of the 2nd MLA Trophy Football Tournament 2019 organised by Kumbi Adarsh Youth Organisation (KAYO), Kumbi at its playground.
YADA-A took off the game positively and took a 1-0 lead in the first half thanks to Naoba's strike in the 14th minute but Naoba FC shattered YADA-A's dream of lifting the title by slotting home twice in the second half to make it 2-1 at the end.
Naoba FC which were unable to find their form in the earlier proceedings got the equaliser in the 60th minute of the match before Basanta broke the deadlock two minutes latter.
Naoba FC then held on to their lead and deservingly walked away with winners prize worth Rs 50,000 while runners up YADA-A had to contend with Rs 30,000.Highest goal scorer, Md Chaoba of Emoinu FC; best player, L Naoba of YADA-A and best goalkeeper, Nawaz of Naoba FC were also feted during the closing ceremony.