GAURAVADDO (Calangute) UNLEASHES GOAL FURY, THRASH COBRAVADDO (calangute) 4-0 IN SANTA MARIA TOURNAMENT”
Calangute : Gauravaddo calangute dominated the Santa Maria Tournament with a resounding 4-0 victory over Cobravaddo (Calangute) . Ashton Fernandes scored a brace, while Rishi and Sanjay Vengulekar added to the tally.
In the first half, Gauravaddo started strong, employing a high-pressing game that forced Cobravaddo to make errors in possession. Their possession-based style of play allowed them to control the tempo of the game, creating scoring opportunities through intricate build-ups. Ashton Fernandes broke the deadlock with a beautifully executed one-two pass with a teammate, before slotting the ball past the goalkeeper.
The second half saw Gauravaddo continue their dominance, with Ashton Fernandes scoring his second goal of the match. A perfectly weighted through ball from the midfielder found Fernandes, who showed excellent pace and agility to outrun the defenders and slot the ball home. Rishi added the third goal with a clinical finish, capitalizing on a defensive error by Cobravaddo. Sanjay Vengulekar sealed the win with a well-taken goal, receiving a cross from the wing and directing it into the net with precision.
Gauravaddo’s performance showcased their strength and cohesion as a team, with players demonstrating excellent movement, finishing skills, and a strong understanding of the game. Their opponents, Cobravaddo, struggled to cope with Gauravaddo’s swift and agile forwards, who consistently pressed high up the pitch, limiting Cobravaddo’s ability to initiate attacks from the back.
Joshua D’Souza of Cobravddo was adjudged Man of the Match for his outstanding performance. The 4-0 win sets a strong foundation for Gauravaddo’s future matches in the tournament, and they look poised to make a deep run in the Santa Maria Tournament.
