Guwahati: ASUFII Academy defeat OILFC to lift Independence Day Cup Football

Our Sports Reporter

GUWAHATI: ASUFII Football Academy from Manipur emerged victorious in the 76th Independence Day Cup Football, defeating defending champions OILFC 2-1 in a thrilling final at the Nurul Amin Stadium in Nagaon on Sunday.

The match saw ASUFII Football Academy take the lead in the 21st minute with a strike by Bijay Moktan. OILFC displayed impressive game play in the second half, equalizing in the 75th minute through Sudipta Konwar. However, J Kuki of ASUFII Football Academy sealed the victory with a decisive goal in the 80th minute.

The champions were awarded a cash prize of Rs 2 lakh, while the runners-up received 1 lakh. J Kuki was named Player of the Tournament for his outstanding performance, and Bivan Jyoti Laskar of Star Sporting Club claimed the award for the highest goal scorer.

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