SU storm into Loktak Trophy final
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, March 30 2024:
SU (Sagolband) eased to a 3-0 win over TRAU (Kwakeithel) in the first semifinal match of the 14th Loktak Trophy at Chengei Lampak, Moirang, on Saturday.
The Sagolband squad completely dominated the first period as S Subash Singh registered the first shot on goal in the 19th minute to put SU in front.
Then, Lamnganba doubled the lead in the 38th minute before Sadananda made it 3-0 in 45th minute.
Although SU were unable to replicate their first-half onslaught after the break, they managed to hold their opponents at bay during the second period of play to emerge easy winners on their way to the final.
In their quarterfinal match on March 27, SU drubbed ESU (Wangkhei) 3-0 .
Sadananda (28, 71) scored at both ends as Themchiu added a goal in the 86th minute.