By Gasper Crasto
Kuwait: Indian Strikers inscribed their name for the first time on the coveted NYC trophy with a 4-3 tie-breaker victory over Friends United in the finals of the Alvernaz-Lalush 21st Edition NYC Trophy football tournament played at M.O.H Ground, Shuwaikh, on Friday, 8th April 2011.
The grand tournament was organized by Navelim Youth Centre (NYC) under the auspices of Kuwait Indian Football Federation (K.I.F.F).
Both teams played exciting football and kept the spectators entertained till the end. Roy Pathrose put the Strikers ahead in the first half with a precision header. Godwin Fernandes restored parity for United midway into the second session that sent the teams into extra time. The tie-breaker was enforced after the teams finished 1-1.
Indian Strikers goalkeeper Naufal Man saved the first penalty kick of Teotonio Fernandes while Remedios Fernandes hit United’s last ‘kick’ on the post.
Earlier, the teams were introduced to the chief guest Ms. Sharon Alemao D’Costa, daughter of Shri Churchill Alemao, Goa’s PWD Minister. Sharon, who was accompanied by her husband Denis D'Costa, was presented with a bouquet of flowers on her arrival at the grounds by Miss Alisha Fernandes.
Special invitee Miss Larissa Lopez, a young, Goan singing sensation and proprietor of Jacqueline's Saloon D'Spa back at Navelim-Goa, was also introduced to the players. Presidents of participating clubs were among the dignitaries present at the event.
Speaking on the occasion NYC President Agnello A.S. Fernandes, congratulated the winning team, thanked the sponsors and the wonderful spectators who witnessed the final. On a humorous note, he stated that NYC was pleased to present the original trophy and not the replica in an apparent reference to the recent cricket world cup's controversial news about a fake cup.
Ms Sharon, in her speech, highly praised the efforts of Navelim Youth Centre for bringing the Indian community together in friendship by organizing the tournament in Kuwait for the last several years.
An amazing banner created by Agustine Dias was put up by the organizers at the presentation ceremony. DJ Mario, who provided lively music between the breaks, was an instant hit with the spectators. The moments were captured on camera by lensman Simon Dias, a professional cameraman and PRO of Navelim. Gasper Crasto compered the function and later proposed a vote of thanks.
Indian Strikers comprised of Noufal Man, Anthony Adima, Syed Muneer, Jineesh, Roy Pathrose, Dixon Benedict, Anthony Joseph, Jagadeesh, Biju Titus, Baiju Stellapan, Shaji Man, Nelson Victor, Shan Thomas, Byju Rajappan, Noufal P, Anu Anthony, John George and Robert Bernard. Indian Strikers president Mr. B.M. Viegas was among other supporters of the team present at the finals.
United Friends Club consisted of Martin Dias (goalkeeper), Juzer Bankoda, Hemanth Kumar, Edwin Dias, Remedio Fernandes, Godwin Fernandes, Xavier Costa, Darwin D’Cruz, Teotonio Fernandes, Mauricio Simoes, Peter D’Souza, Antonio Fernandes, Filipino Vaz, Caetano Barretto, Jonathan Brito, Joaquim Rodrigues, Edwin Dias and Cajetan Godinho.
The final was officiated by KIFF referee Jerry D'Mello supported byEdward Dias and Victor Andrade on the lines.
Following prizes were awarded:
Best goalkeeper of the tournament (offered by Katty de Navelim) - Martin Dias (United Friends Club)
Best Defender of the Tournament (offered by Anthony Rebello) -Syed Muneer (Indian Strikers)
Player of the Tournament (offered by Seby Colaco) – Unnikrishnan (Skynet Football Club)
Man of the Match (offered by Luis Lopez) – Roy Pathrose (Indian Strikers).
Individual prizes for the Winners, Runners-up and referees were also awarded. The prizes were presented at the hands of Denis D’Costa, Neeta Fernandes, Olinda Fernandes, Larissa Lopez, Monalisa Fernandes, Eusebio Fernandes, Norman Noronha and Navelim Vice-President Luis D’Silva. The NYC Trophy was handed over to the winners by Sharon Alemao D’Costa and Navelim President Agnello Fernandes.
The tournament was sponsored by Churchill Brothers, Goa. Jacqueline’s Saloon D’ Spa, Navelim-Goa, co-sponsored the event.
Fourteen strong teams affiliated to Kuwait Indian Football Federation (KIFF) contested for one of the most uniquely sculpt trophies worldwide, instituted by Navelim Youth Centre in the year 1993. Hosts Navelim Youth Centre have won the trophy 7 times since its inception while Maroons have won the tournament 5 times.
The participating teams for this edition were Navelim Youth Centre, Curtorcares United, Goa Maroons, Kuwait Goan Association, United Friends Club, DHL, Skynet Raiders, CRC Chinchinim, YRC Rising Stars, Santos FC, United Goans Strikers, Indian Strikers, Rawda Challengers and FC Sparks.
Kuwait: Indian Strikers inscribed their name for the first time on the coveted NYC trophy with a 4-3 tie-breaker victory over Friends United in the finals of the Alvernaz-Lalush 21st Edition NYC Trophy football tournament played at M.O.H Ground, Shuwaikh, on Friday, 8th April 2011.
The grand tournament was organized by Navelim Youth Centre (NYC) under the auspices of Kuwait Indian Football Federation (K.I.F.F).
Both teams played exciting football and kept the spectators entertained till the end. Roy Pathrose put the Strikers ahead in the first half with a precision header. Godwin Fernandes restored parity for United midway into the second session that sent the teams into extra time. The tie-breaker was enforced after the teams finished 1-1.
Indian Strikers goalkeeper Naufal Man saved the first penalty kick of Teotonio Fernandes while Remedios Fernandes hit United’s last ‘kick’ on the post.
Earlier, the teams were introduced to the chief guest Ms. Sharon Alemao D’Costa, daughter of Shri Churchill Alemao, Goa’s PWD Minister. Sharon, who was accompanied by her husband Denis D'Costa, was presented with a bouquet of flowers on her arrival at the grounds by Miss Alisha Fernandes.
Special invitee Miss Larissa Lopez, a young, Goan singing sensation and proprietor of Jacqueline's Saloon D'Spa back at Navelim-Goa, was also introduced to the players. Presidents of participating clubs were among the dignitaries present at the event.
Speaking on the occasion NYC President Agnello A.S. Fernandes, congratulated the winning team, thanked the sponsors and the wonderful spectators who witnessed the final. On a humorous note, he stated that NYC was pleased to present the original trophy and not the replica in an apparent reference to the recent cricket world cup's controversial news about a fake cup.
Ms Sharon, in her speech, highly praised the efforts of Navelim Youth Centre for bringing the Indian community together in friendship by organizing the tournament in Kuwait for the last several years.
An amazing banner created by Agustine Dias was put up by the organizers at the presentation ceremony. DJ Mario, who provided lively music between the breaks, was an instant hit with the spectators. The moments were captured on camera by lensman Simon Dias, a professional cameraman and PRO of Navelim. Gasper Crasto compered the function and later proposed a vote of thanks.
Indian Strikers comprised of Noufal Man, Anthony Adima, Syed Muneer, Jineesh, Roy Pathrose, Dixon Benedict, Anthony Joseph, Jagadeesh, Biju Titus, Baiju Stellapan, Shaji Man, Nelson Victor, Shan Thomas, Byju Rajappan, Noufal P, Anu Anthony, John George and Robert Bernard. Indian Strikers president Mr. B.M. Viegas was among other supporters of the team present at the finals.
United Friends Club consisted of Martin Dias (goalkeeper), Juzer Bankoda, Hemanth Kumar, Edwin Dias, Remedio Fernandes, Godwin Fernandes, Xavier Costa, Darwin D’Cruz, Teotonio Fernandes, Mauricio Simoes, Peter D’Souza, Antonio Fernandes, Filipino Vaz, Caetano Barretto, Jonathan Brito, Joaquim Rodrigues, Edwin Dias and Cajetan Godinho.
The final was officiated by KIFF referee Jerry D'Mello supported byEdward Dias and Victor Andrade on the lines.
Following prizes were awarded:
Best goalkeeper of the tournament (offered by Katty de Navelim) - Martin Dias (United Friends Club)
Best Defender of the Tournament (offered by Anthony Rebello) -Syed Muneer (Indian Strikers)
Player of the Tournament (offered by Seby Colaco) – Unnikrishnan (Skynet Football Club)
Man of the Match (offered by Luis Lopez) – Roy Pathrose (Indian Strikers).
Individual prizes for the Winners, Runners-up and referees were also awarded. The prizes were presented at the hands of Denis D’Costa, Neeta Fernandes, Olinda Fernandes, Larissa Lopez, Monalisa Fernandes, Eusebio Fernandes, Norman Noronha and Navelim Vice-President Luis D’Silva. The NYC Trophy was handed over to the winners by Sharon Alemao D’Costa and Navelim President Agnello Fernandes.
The tournament was sponsored by Churchill Brothers, Goa. Jacqueline’s Saloon D’ Spa, Navelim-Goa, co-sponsored the event.
Fourteen strong teams affiliated to Kuwait Indian Football Federation (KIFF) contested for one of the most uniquely sculpt trophies worldwide, instituted by Navelim Youth Centre in the year 1993. Hosts Navelim Youth Centre have won the trophy 7 times since its inception while Maroons have won the tournament 5 times.
The participating teams for this edition were Navelim Youth Centre, Curtorcares United, Goa Maroons, Kuwait Goan Association, United Friends Club, DHL, Skynet Raiders, CRC Chinchinim, YRC Rising Stars, Santos FC, United Goans Strikers, Indian Strikers, Rawda Challengers and FC Sparks.