Goa, June 15 -- Team Herald

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RAIA: In a thrilling contest at the Our Lady of Hope Church ground, Chinchinim, Ambelim Sports Club pipped Raia Sporting Club 1-0 to advance into the next round of Anil Kamat memorial football tournament.

The encounter was marked by high intensity, end-to-end action and numerous scoring chances, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats.

The first half saw both teams exchange attacking moves, with Raia SC coming close again in the 16th minute but failing to convert. Raia SC's Leran Dias was a standout performer, impressing with his skill and composure in the midfield.

The turning point came shortly after the break. In the 48th minute, Raia SC's Jayson Gaonkar accidentally deflecte...