WIFA Inter District Championship: Kolhapur, Nagpur book semifinal berth

by Chittu Shetty May 28, 2023

In an exhilarating display of skill and determination, Kolhapur and Nagpur emerged as the triumphant victors in their respective quarterfinal matches at the WIFA Inter District Football Championship for Junior Boys in Dhule

Let’s take a look at the highlights of the quarterfinal matches:

Quarterfinal 1: Kolhapur 3-0 Aurangabad

In an impressive display, Kolhapur secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Aurangabad. Swaroop Bagdikar opened the scoring in the 25th minute, followed by goals from Harshwardhan Patil in the 34th minute and Captain Ishaan Tiwale in the 53rd minute. Kolhapur’s well-coordinated efforts and clinical finishing ensured their place in the semifinals.

Quarterfinal 2: Thane 1-2 Nagpur

A tightly contested match unfolded between Thane and Nagpur, with both teams displaying great determination. Saket Gajbhiye opened the scoring for Nagpur in the 11th minute, giving them an early lead. Thane fought back and managed to equalize through Veer in the early stages of the second half. However, Nagpur regained their advantage when Adel Palpalliwar scored a crucial goal, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory for his team.

The remaining two quarterfinal matches are set to take place on May 28. Mumbai will face Akola, while Pune will square off against Nashik, adding further excitement and anticipation to the tournament.

As the competition progresses, the intensity and passion of the teams continue to rise. The WIFA Inter District Football Championship for Junior Boys in Dhule promises more thrilling encounters as teams battle it out for a spot in the semifinals and the ultimate glory of becoming champions.

Stay tuned for further updates as the tournament reaches its exciting climax, revealing the rising stars of junior football in the region.

– Courtesy of WIFA Media

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