Gomora triumphs over Black Arrows in Easter tournament
Neco Bokwe
The Easter Weekend Tournament held at uMasizakhe Stadium saw Gomora clinch victory over Black Arrows with a 2-1 win in a fiercely contested match.
The event drew enthusiastic support from fans as they rallied behind their teams. With 27 teams participating, each harboured hopes of claiming the coveted prize money and a new team kit.
The tournament, which ran from Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April, utilised both the Kroonvale soccer field and uMasizakhe stadium for matches. Despite inclement weather leading up to the tournament, the fields remained dust-free until the final game on Monday afternoon. During the second half of the final, windy conditions stirred up dust, followed by rain, providing a challenging environment for the players.
The trophy and prize money were presented to the winning team by the proprietors of the White House Tavern. In the quarter-final matches held at uMasizakhe Stadium on Sunday 30 March,
Gomora secured a 1-0 victory against Amampondo FC, while Black Arrows FC triumphed 6-4 over Fast Eleven FC from Middleburg. Morocco Eagles and Morocco Kids FC played to a 1-1 draw, with Morocco Eagles clinching the win on penalties (5-4). Indoda Emnyama FC defeated Birds United FC with a score of 1-0.
The semi-finals, held on Sunday morning at uMasizakhe stadium, witnessed Black Arrows defeating Indoda Emnyama with a score of 2-0, while Gomora secured a 2-0 victory over Morocco Eagles. In the third-place play-off between Indoda Emnyama and Morocco Eagles, Indoda Emnyama emerged victorious with a score of 2-1.
The final match between Gomora and Black Arrows FC showcased a tough battle between two township teams, captivating spectators with its intensity. Gomora emerged as the tournament champions, claiming the first prize of significant prize money, a trophy, gold medals, and a new kit. Black Arrows FC secured the second prize, which included medals and prize money, while Indoda Emnyama clinched the third prize, also receiving medals and prize money.
The final match showcased a tough battle between two township teams