Japhou, Chumbang to face off in Kapaam Cup final
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, July 03 2024:
Japhou YC and Chumbang FC will square off in the final of the 4th Kapaam Invitation Cup 2024, following their semifinal victories on Wednesday.
Alex netted twice to help Japhou outscore Lambung 3-2 in the first semifinal match.
W Strongam put Japhou ahead after 16 minutes but Lambung overturned the score when Thalpingam made it all square in the 32nd minute and Shelpa found their second goal in the 40th minute.
After conceding twice in quick succession, Alex rose to the occasion for Japhou as he put his team back into contention after making his effort count in the 45th minute before scoring his second and Japhou's third goal in the 79th minute to make sure of their spot in the final.
Later in the day, Chumbang set up title clash with Japhou with a 2-1 win over Damjol.
Julian gave Chumbang the lead in the 45th minute only to be cancelled out Wangam-joy's 52nd-minute strike for Damjol.
Then, Rengshem restored Chumbang's lead in the 55th minute as they held oil to secure their place in the final.