All Blacks beat defending champions GeThemGo FC
Dimapur, Jan. 5 (EMN): All Blacks defeated defending champion GeThemGo FC (erstwhile known as PowerComm FC) 3-2 in the first match of the 4th edition of the Morning Premier League (MPL) that got underway at Seikhazou Ground, D Khel, Kohima village on Mon. Feb. 5.
A goal each from All Blacks Akho and Deo in the 8th and 26th minute left the defending champions dejected but a goal from GeThemGo FC’s Viposa in the 36th minute kept the match alive.
The second half saw a resurgent GeThemGo FC side as Ayie scored the much needed goal to level the score.
However their hopes were sealed again when All Blacks captain Weku scored from a through ball from Azo in the 77th minute to give the lead again. At the end of the final whistle, All Blacks won the match 3-2.
Earlier, a short inaugural programme was held where the defending champions of MPL 2017, GeThemGo FC handed over the MPL trophy to MPL president Loben Jamir while MPL administrator Burakum led in oath taking along with the 10 teams competing in this year’s edition.
MPL administrator Viposa gave a short speech on the importance of sports and healthy living. Victor of GeThemGo FC led the prayer. MPL is organised and managed by Morning Football Association.
Tuesday’s match
Mrh. FC vs Mustang FC at 6 am
Seikhazou ground
