Defending champions Ba Women FC kicked off their Fiji FA Women’s Inter-District Championship campaign with an emphatic 7-0 victory over Rewa in Suva this afternoon. This dominant performance exemplified Ba’s offensive prowess as they controlled the match from the onset.
The team showcased their strength, heading into halftime with a commanding 4-0 lead. Cema Nasau ignited the scoring in the ninth minute, quickly followed by Asela Cokanisiga, who extended the lead in the 23rd minute. Just three minutes later, Aliza Hussein added to the tally, and Sisilia Kuladina capped off the first half with a goal in the 31st minute.
Ba Women FC continued their relentless attack after the break, with Cokanisiga netting her second goal of the match. Elesi Tabunase also joined the scoring spree, further solidifying the team’s superiority. Rewa’s struggles were exacerbated by an unfortunate own goal from Naomi Waqanidrola, sealing the fate of the match.
Looking ahead, Ba Women FC will face the hosts Suva at 11 a.m. tomorrow, while Rewa is set to meet Labasa at 1 p.m. at the Fiji FA headquarters in Vatuwaqa. This impressive start not only underscores Ba’s defending champion status but also sets a high bar for the remainder of the tournament. The upcoming matches promise to be thrilling as the teams vie for supremacy in the championship.