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Dempo SC Clinch Goa Monsoon Football Premier League 2025 in Style

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Dempo Sports Club delivered a footballing masterclass as they overpowered Dempo Juniors 6-1 to win the Goa Monsoon Football Premier League 2025 in a thrilling finale at Duler Stadium, Mapusa.

The match began evenly, with both teams locked at 1-1 by halftime, but it was in the second half that Dempo SC showed their true colors—scoring five unanswered goals and completely dismantling the opposition’s defense.

The star of the night was Murphy Fernandes, who not only scored a goal but also provided two assists, orchestrating play with flair and precision. His creative spark and attacking drive turned the tide in Dempo SC’s favor, earning him deserved accolades.

This win reaffirms Dempo SC’s dominance in Goan football and sets a strong precedent for future campaigns. The team’s tactical discipline, attacking prowess, and team spirit were evident throughout the league and culminated in this resounding victory.

Heartiest congratulations to the champions and best wishes for their journey forward.

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Amaira Dhumatker Shines at State-Level Badminton Tournament with Double Podium Finish

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Mapusa, July 20, 2025: In a remarkable display of grit and talent, 9-year-old Amaira Dhumatker emerged as one of the brightest stars at the All Goa State Major Badminton Ranking Tournament 2025, held from July 18–20 at Peddem, Mapusa. Organized by Mapusa Shuttlers in association with the Goa Badminton Association (GBA), the tournament saw top young talent from across Goa compete for state-level glory.

Amaira stood out as she clinched the Gold Medal in Under-13 Girls Doubles and followed it up with a Silver in Under-13 Girls Singles — a remarkable achievement for someone competing against older, higher-ranked players.

Her performance is a testament to the growing culture of sports excellence in Goa and serves as an inspiration for young athletes across the state. Amaira’s journey reflects dedication, training, and an unwavering passion for the sport.

As she continues to grow and take on greater challenges, all eyes will be on this young prodigy. Goa celebrates her success and looks forward to her future triumphs on bigger stages.

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Betalbatim SC Clinches 24th Benaulim Villagers Cup in Thrilling Tie-Breaker Win

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo

BENAULIM: In a final brimming with emotion and edge-of-the-seat action, Betalbatim Sporting Club lifted the 24th Benaulim Villagers Cup after a dramatic 7-6 win in a penalty shootout against Navelim Sporting Club at the St John de Baptist ground, Dando-Benaulim. The prestigious local football tournament was organised by the Dando Boys Club Benaulim.

The high-octane match had fans cheering from start to finish. Navelim SC drew first blood in the 17th minute when Ronaldo Pereira converted a penalty. But Betalbatim struck back in the 30th minute through an own goal by Aden Pereira, who deflected a free kick by Dickson Rogtao into his own net.

The drama escalated in the second half. Ronaldo once again put Navelim ahead from the spot after a foul by Betalbatim’s goalkeeper Milton D’Souza. But fate repeated itself for Navelim, as Aden Pereira scored a second own goal, equalising at 2-2.

The match headed to penalties, where Betalbatim SC held their nerves to win 7-6 and clinch the title, along with ₹50,000 in prize money.

The event saw a grand prize distribution ceremony with former Chief Minister Churchill Alemao as the chief guest and AIFF Executive Committee Member Valanka Alemao as guest of honour. Other dignitaries included Fr Malcolm, Fr Xavier, Savio Alemao, Sima Shanke, Anthony Pango, Anthony Leo Mam, Nelly Rodrigues, and others.

This victory adds another feather to Betalbatim’s decorated football legacy and reinforces the vibrancy of Goa’s grassroots football culture. The match was not just a contest but a celebration of passion, community, and the beautiful game.

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FC Siolim Seals Final Spot with a Big Win

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo

Sinquerim, July 3, 2025:  FC Siolim has earned their place in the finals of the 1st Vedanta Trophy with a powerful 4-0 win over Assonora United Football Club, in a semi-final match held at the Sinquerim ground on Thursday. The match was part of the tournament hosted by the Sinquerim Sports Club.

From the opening whistle, FC Siolim looked sharp and dangerous. Mayuresh Naik gave his side an early lead in the 9th minute, setting the tone for what would become a commanding performance. Despite several chances, Siolim held only a narrow 1-0 lead at halftime.

The second half, however, saw a complete takeover. In the 51st minute, Pushparaj Mandrekar added the second goal, breaking Assonora’s defensive resolve. Just four minutes later, Dalesh Pednekar made it 3-0, capitalizing on the mounting pressure. As the match neared its end, Naik struck again with his second goal of the match, securing the emphatic 4-0 result.

Assonora United struggled to match the tempo and failed to create any real threat going forward. Their defense collapsed under Siolim’s quick, well-structured attacks, and their attempts to push back were consistently shut down.

The match saw three yellow cards issued — one to Mayuresh Naik of FC Siolim, and two to Kunal Salgaonkar and Vishan Asnodkar of Assonora United — as tensions rose during key moments of the game.

With this win, FC Siolim advances to the final, where they will look to carry this winning momentum and capture the inaugural Vedanta Trophy.

Stay tuned for final match updates and coverage!

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Goa’s Women Lifters Set a New Benchmark: Certified as NSNIS Weightlifting Coaches 💪

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Goa celebrates a proud moment as two of its national-level weightlifters — Iram Irshad Khatri and Sakshi Vishwas Haldankar — have successfully completed the prestigious 6-week certificate course in weightlifting coaching by the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS), India’s premier Olympic sports coaching institute.

The course, held from 6 May to 2 July 2025, witnessed rigorous theoretical and practical training, and both athletes stood out for their commitment and performance. Notably, Iram Irshad Khatri made history by becoming Goa’s first female heavyweight national-level athlete in Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting to complete the certification. She also scored the highest among all participating female athletes in the course.

Both Iram and Sakshi are proud trainees of renowned coaches Tanuj Kinalkar and Lavu Govekar, under whom they train at the SAG Complex in Campal, Panaji.

These certifications mark a significant step forward not just for their personal sporting journeys, but for Goa’s grassroots sports development. Both athletes are now committed to nurturing future lifters, creating opportunities for young talent, and enhancing the state’s presence in national and Olympic-level weightlifting.

With their passion, expertise, and official coaching credentials, Iram and Sakshi are poised to become trailblazers in Goa’s weightlifting ecosystem.