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Ruboo United forward Kenen, left, tries to dribble past Nizams defender Neilhoupe as custodian Temsumeren looks on.[/caption]
Dimapur, Nov. 4 (EMN): Natak FC remained at the top of the league after match day 7 as they routed 6th placed FC Joga Bonito 3-1. Joga Bonito’s hopes to close in on a spot at the top 4 was thwarted as Natak FC appeared to have the upper hand throughout the match. Nataks took the lead in the first half with centre-forward Haresh’s successful long shot at the far post in the 14th minute.
The league toppers continued their goal scoring spree in the second half with a goal from Pokhotsowhile Haresh’s double extended the lead to 0 – 3 for the Nataks. Even as Nataks breached the Joga Bonito defense thrice, the match also saw some brilliant saves from the JB goalkeeper, Sentitoshi.
Respite for Joga Bonito came in the second half as Lipok curled the ball to the far side of the post, beating Natak goalkeeper Tiasunep inside the box. The lone goal from Lipok for Joga Bonito took the score sheet to 1 – 3 at full time. Natak FC have won 6 out of 7 matches in the league, and this win on Matchday 7 has taken their unbeaten streak to 5 matches in a row.
Joga Bonito remain 6th at the table and will have to salvage points from their next meeting with Natak FC again on Matchday 8, even as Sporting Union follows closely behind the leaders with a difference of 2 points.
In other matches, Ruboo United thrashed Nizams FC 5-3 and Trinity Sporting edged over CASE FC 1-0.
