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Curtorim : In a highly anticipated and closely contested match of the GFA’s 8th Vedanta Women’s Football League, Maina Sports Club emerged victorious against Livval Sporting Association Benaulim with a 2-1 scoreline. The match, played at the Dysa ground in Curtorim on Friday, showcased the skill and determination of both teams as they battled for every inch of the pitch.
The first half of the game was a testament to the attacking prowess of both sides. Maina Sports Club drew first blood when Namita Shripad Govekar scored a crucial goal in the 20th minute. However, Livval Sporting Association Benaulim was quick to respond, finding the equalizer through Karen Estrocia in the 29th minute. As the half-time whistle blew, the score was tied at 1-1, setting the stage for a tense and exciting second half.
The second half saw both teams continuing their aggressive play, but it was Maina Sports Club that managed to break the deadlock. In the 85th minute, Namita Shripad Govekar once again found the back of the net, completing her brace and securing the match-winning goal for her team. This decisive strike sealed the victory for Maina Sports Club, leaving Livval Sporting Association Benaulim to ponder what could have been.
The match highlighted the growing competitiveness and talent within the GFA’s Vedanta Women’s Football League. Both teams demonstrated a high level of skill and physical fitness, making for an engaging and suspenseful game that kept the spectators on the edge of their seats.
