WAFA pip YSWA in Major Laishram Jyotin Memorial Football tournament
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, March 13 2025: WAFA Wangoi fought their way to a narrow 1-0 win over YSWA Utlou in the second day's fixture of the Major Laishram Jyotin Singh Ashok Chakra (Posthumous) Memorial Invitation Football Tournament 2025-26 at Moirang Multipurpose Higher Secondary School Ground.

The first half was a tightly contested affair, with neither side able to break the deadlock.

Both WAFA Wangoi and YSWA displayed solid defensive organisation and midfield control, creating few clear-cut chances.

The goalkeepers were in fine form, pulling off crucial saves to keep the scoreline level heading into the break.

The breakthrough finally came in the 78th minute, courtesy of a moment of brilliance from WAFA's A Brajamani.

Capitalising on a well-executed team move, Brajamani found himself in the right place at the right time to slot the ball past the YSWA goalkeeper, sending the WAFA supporters into raptures.

The goal proved to be the decisive moment in an otherwise evenly matched contest.

YSWA pushed hard for an equaliser in the closing stages, but WAFA's defence held firm under pressure, showcasing resilience and discipline to preserve their slender lead.

The final whistle sparked jubilant celebrations among the WAFA players as they celebrated a hard-fought victory.

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