Goa, Jan. 22 -- Team Herald

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RAIA: Curtorim Gymkhana secured their place in the final of the Simon Barreto Memorial inter-village football tournament, organised by Maina Sports Club, with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the hosts, at the DYSA ground, in Curtorim.

Both teams displayed an attacking brand of football, creating several scoring opportunities. Maina's Jovial Martins delivered a precise through pass to Joywin Carneiro, who skillfully beat the Curtorim defence and unleashed a powerful shot. However, Curtorim Gymkhana's goalkeeper, Jhonson, made an acrobatic save, punching the ball away for a corner.

Curtorim capitalised on their opportunity from the resulting corner. Milagres took the kick, which was initi...