Margao: Hero I-League debutants TRAU FC continued with their winning run today, defeating third-placed Churchill Brothers FC Goa 2-1 on Sunday (January 19, 2020) at the Fatorda Stadium in Margao, Goa.
The visitors, who played the better game today, made the most of their scoring opportunities and won their third consecutive game. TRAU FC drew first blood in the 15th minute through a Gerard Williams header. Churchill Brothers FC Goa restored parity in the 30th minute through Abu Bakr’s header from a corner set-piece but the hosts lost their lead due to an own goal through custodian Jafar Mondal’s faulty clearance — resulting in TRAU FC walking away with a precious three points.
TRAU’s Gerrard Williams was adjudged the Hero of the Match. With three consecutive wins on the run TRAU FC are now placed eighth with 11 points from eight games, while Churchill Brothers FC Goa remain third with 10 points from six games.
Playing their second game in Goa within seven days, TRAU FC, riding on a four-game unbeaten run, started on an attacking note as expected. The Hero I-League debutants pressed hard from the first minute. (Agencies)
