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TRAU FC win Hero 2nd Division League, qualify for Hero I-League

by May 20, 2019

TRAU FC

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) lauded Manipur club Tiddim Road Athletic Union FC aka TRAU FC for winning the Hero 2nd Division League 2018-19, and qualifying to the next edition of Hero I-League.

They are the second club from the state after NEROCA FC, to have qualified for the Hero I-League from the second tier in three years.

TRAU FC defeated Ozone FC 2-1 at the Khuman Lampak Stadium in Imphal today (May 19, 2019) to clinch the championship with one match left. After a goal less first half, Princefil Olariche broke the deadlock for the hosts to make it 1-0. Ozone looked to come back with foray of attacks and finally were rewarded as Sabeeth calm finish brought the scores on level terms with just 3 minutes of normal time left.

However, the game was not over yet and in the third minute of injury time, Joseph tucked in a late winner to give TRAU an unassailable lead in the league. The Manipuri side has amassed 15 points from five matches so far, whereas second-placed Chhinga Veng FC are on 10 points having played an equal number of matches.

Mr. Sunando Dhar, CEO, I-League said: “Congratulations TRAU FC for the achievement. I’m sure the Hero I-League will be more competitive and challenging next season with their inclusion. I wish them all the best for the next endeavour.”

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