Camotim Candolim Edge Saunta Vaddo Calangute on Penalties in Santamaria Cup 2.0 Opener
Calangute – Camotim, Candolim held their nerve from the spot to defeat Saunta Vaddo calangute 4-2 on penalties after a goalless 90 minutes in the opening fixture of Santamaria Cup 2.0 at Poriat Ground calangute on Monday .The local derby lived up to its billing as a tight, tactical battle. Both sides cancelled each other out across 90 minutes, with defenses on top and midfields congested. Saunta Vaddo, enjoyed territorial advantage and the backing of a vocal home crowd, but couldn’t find a way past a disciplined Camotim backline. Camotim, looked dangerous on the break but lacked the final ball in the attacking third. Neither goalkeeper was seriously tested as clear-cut chances were at a premium. The match stayed 0-0 at half-time and remained deadlocked at full-time, forcing the contest to be decided from 12 yards. In the penalty shootout, Camotim Candolim showed composure under pressure. Saunta Vaddo converted 2 spot-kicks, while Camotim were clinical, slotting 4 of 4 to seal a 4-2 shootout win and book their place in the next round.
It was a classic village derby low-scoring, high intensity, and decided by fine margins. Camotim’s calm finishing from the spot proved the difference, while Saunta Vaddo calangute were left to rue missed opportunities in the shootout despite a spirited performance.
The mascot ‘Goencho Leao added to the excitement on the first day Camotim Candolim now move forward in the competition, while Saunta Vaddo exit after a hard-fought battle that went down to penalties.
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