Goa @ Khelo India
Goa register second win
Goa continued their impressive campaign at the National level as they
defeated Karnataka in the Round 2 match and qualified for the knockout
stages of the U-21 Boys Football Tournament at the Khelo India Youth
Games at Pune Maharashtra.
Karnataka dominated the match in the opening minutes of the game but Goa
stood ground to hold Karnataka 0-0 at the break. Goa’s Jovan Dias and
Veegan Ferrao played well in the first session. The teams were tied 0-0
at the break.
In the second half Goa's striker Joel Dias by his solo efforts opened
the account in the 50th minute.
Karnataka did not lose the hopes till the final whistle as they
constantly attacked the Goa’s goal. But due to timely interceptions by
the defenders Flagan Rodrigues and Jaydan Rodrigues deprived Karnataka
from scoring. Goa's captain and goalkeeper Ozen Silva brought off smart
saves to keep the score line intact and lead his side for the second
consecutive win.
With this win, Goa are on six points and earned their qualification in
the knockout stages. Goa will next play Punjab on Tuesday.
