Football

Dave Strikes 

Suva also had their moments with new signings Samuela Drudru and Anish Khem combining upfront but the Blues defence led by goalkeeper Beniamino Mateinaqara and Atonio Tuivuna kept them at bay.
14 Feb 2022 15:12
Dave Strikes 
Lautoka goalkeeper Beniamino Mateinaqara makes a desperate save as Suva strikers Samuela Drudru and Anish Khem close in while defender Atonio Tuivuna looks on during the Digicel Premier League clash at the ANZ Stadium, Suva, on February 13, 2022. Photo: Waisea Nasokia

Former Lautoka captain, Dave Radrigai, was the toast of the Suva side as he scored twice in their 2-1 win over Lautoka in the Digicel Premier League clash at the ANZ Stadium, Suva, yesterday.

Radrigai played a crucial role in Lautoka winning last year’s DPL title before moving to Suva, last month.

What happened: In the 27th minute Lautoka striker Sairusi Nalaubu drew first blood as they led 1-0.

Suva also had their moments with new signings Samuela Drudru and Anish Khem combining upfront but the Blues defence led by goalkeeper Beniamino Mateinaqara and Atonio Tuivuna kept them at bay.

Halftime; Suva 0-1 Lautoka.

Suva came out firing at the resumption of play and got the equaliser in the 46th minute from Radrigai’s header.

Both teams went out looking for the winning goal.

Radrigai struck again in the 90th minute when he slotted in Suva’s winner to the joy of their officials and fans.

 

Line-up

Suva: Jovilisi Borisi, Meli Codro, Inoke Turagalailai, Remueru Tekiate, Anish Khem, Malakai Rakula, Marlon Tahioa, Ravinesh Karan Singh, Samuela Navoce, Samuela Drudru, Dave Radrigai.

Lautoka: Beniamino Mateinaqara, Epeli Leiroti, Zibraaz Sahib, Sitiveni Cavuilagi, Wilson Doedoke, Edward Aaron, Muni Shivam Naidu, Sairusi Nalaubu, Atonio Tuivuna, Kolinio Sivoki, Junior Dekedeke.

Referee: Veer Singh

Feedback:  sereana.salalo@fijisun.com.fj

 

 



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