Sairusi Lalaubu scored two goals as Rewa defeated Dreketi 5-1 in the opening game of the Courts IDC at Churchill Park, Lautoka yesterday.

Nalaubu scored in each half as the ‘Delta Tigers’ making a statement of intent in Fiji Football Association’s biggest tournament of the year

Lalaubu scored in the first half before Gabriele Matanisiga extended the lead in the second half,

Former Rewa rep Usaia Tadu scored from a penalty for the northerners to bridge the gap 2-1.

Lalaubu scored his double before Epeli Saukuru and Lorima Dau sealed the win for Rewa.

Fulltime: Rewa 5-1 Dreketi

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Rewa coach Marika Rodu said;

“We will work on our finishing and coordination.

“We have good chances of qualifying for the semi-finals but we need to perform in our next game.”

Coach for the Dreketi team Johan Leewai;

“We need to be better organized in midfield and .

“We will also work on our defence and backline.”

Edited by Osea Bola

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