MAPUSA, Dec. 25 -- Team Herald [emailprotected]

FC Goa played their hearts out to register a fluent 3-1 victory over Clube de Salgaocar in the Reliance Foundation Development League U-21 match, played at the Duler Stadium, on Wednesday. FC Goa made an early statement, taking the lead in the 5th minute through Asher Rodrigues. The Young Gaurs continued to press and were rewarded in the 24th minute when Mervin Fernandes doubled the advantage to give his side firm control of the contest. After the change of ends, FC Goa further extended their dominance. Jovial Dias made it 3-0 in the 58th minute, effectively putting the result beyond doubt. Salgaocar managed a late response when Royson Colaco scored in the 89th minute, but it proved to be a...