Nasinu’s Friends United faced a disappointing end to their impressive run in the Dayal’s Sawmillers National Club Championship, suffering a 3-0 defeat to Ba’s 4R FC at the Fiji Football Academy grounds in Vatuwaqa, Suva. The match kicked off with Kini Madigi scoring the opening goal for 4R FC, followed by Nigerian striker Moses Alemoh, who added to the scoreline with a skillful finish. Madigi then cemented the victory by netting another goal, completing his brace and ensuring a convincing win for his team.
This victory positions 4R FC to take on Combine Brothers in an upcoming Group A match, igniting excitement among their supporters. Conversely, Friends United’s journey in this championship had started on a high during the Southern Zone qualifiers, where they made an impressive statement by defeating Lami Rangers 7-1 in their opening match. Following that, they maintained strong performance with a 1-1 draw against Combine Brothers, finishing the qualifiers atop their pool by goal difference.
However, the national play-offs presented challenges for Friends United, as they experienced setbacks in subsequent matches, including a narrow 3-2 defeat to Combine Brothers. Ultimately, this left them with two losses in the playoff stage, marking the end of a campaign filled with promise. Despite these recent challenges, the team’s early success in the qualifiers reflects their potential and offers a hopeful outlook for future competitions. Fans remain optimistic about what lies ahead for Friends United as they look to build on their foundation of talent and resilience.