NSF Trophy: CVYO secures semi-final spot

KOHIMA — Chedema Village Youth Organisation (CVYO) advanced to the semi-finals of the 25th NSF Martyrs' Memorial Trophy after defeating Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS) 2-1 in a thrilling quarter-final at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima.

CVYO took an early lead with Robinson scoring in the 11th minute, followed by T. Zimik’s strike in the 28th minute. TKS’s Rungsing Muinao pulled one back in the 34th minute, but it wasn’t enough to prevent CVYO from securing victory.

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Benjamin of CVYO was named Player of the Match. The game was graced by Deputy Commissioner Kohima, B. Henok Buchem, as the match patron. With this win, CVYO progresses to the semi-finals.

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