His lone strike secures them a 1-0 win over Navelim VU
Benaulim: Sporting Club Davorlim booked their place in the final of the Benaulim Panchayat Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory over Navelim Villagers Union at St John the Baptist ground, Dando, Benaulim on Thursday.
The decisive moment came in the first half when Alent Colaco finished smartly to give Davorlim the lead. His goal proved to be enough in a contest filled with energy, chances, and late drama. Navelim, unbeaten until this match, found themselves trailing and were left chasing the game.
The second half saw Navelim dominate possession and pile on the pressure, with Ronaldo Pereira and Clinton Niasso leading the charge. Both came close to scoring, but Davorlim’s goalkeeper Francisco Colaco delivered a standout performance, making several crucial saves to keep his side ahead.
His reflexes and composure under pressure were key in frustrating Navelim’s frontline.
Despite Navelim’s attacking intent, Davorlim’s defense stayed compact and disciplined, absorbing waves of attacks.
The final whistle sparked celebrations among the Davorlim players and supporters, as their early lead held firm against a relentless opponent and sealed them a spot in the final.