Classic Cup: Naga FC, MTYC enter quarterfinals

Our Correspondent Kohima | November 18   Naga Football Club and MT Youth Club moved into the quarter finals after beating their respective rivals today in the ongoing 22nd edition of Classic Cup at the Kohima Local Ground.   In an exciting encounter, Naga FC came from behind to beat Intimidators 3-1 in the first match of the day. Intimidators scored one of the fastest goals of the tournament when Thejaseto found the back of the net in the first minute of the match. However, a minute before the half time, Senenlo managed to find the equalizer for Naga FC. In the second half, Nyithung gave Naga FC the lead in the 37th minute before Senenlo sealed the win with his second goal in the 43rd minute.   Seyiekhrietuo of Naga FC and Khriekho and Menoneikho of Intimidators were penalised in 15th, 18th and 43rd minute of play.   In the second match of the day, MT Youth Club won against Football Club Royals by 2-0. Kevisato gave MT Youth Club the lead in the 15th minute and Lone Kiso made it 2-0 two minutes after the lemon break.   Mhalevilie of FC Royals and Khriezo of MT Youth Club were cautioned with yellow cards for unsporting behaviour in the 30th and 45th minutes of play.   MT Youth Club will now clash with Naga FC in the quarter finals on November 24.   November 19 Matches Kuki United FC vs Yhome FC @ 1:00 pm Renegades FC vs Street Hawks’ FC @ 2:30 pm