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Tuesday, August 30, 2011

ALL SOUTH SIKKIM FINALS AT SECOND DIVISION SIKKIM LEAGUE

Siniolchu FC wins second division Sikkim LeagueGANGTOK, 28 Aug: Siniolchu FC has won the Sikkim Football Association’s second division Sikkim-League. A brace by Tempo Tamang helped Siniolchu outplay United FC 4-1 in the final match of the league today.
However, both finalists have already qualified for the senior division Sikkim-League, which is scheduled to begin 31 August. Interestingly, both teams hail from South Sikkim, Siniolchu from Namchi and United FC from Jorethang.
Dawa Lepcha opened the goal account for Siniolchu in the 17th minute but with a good comeback Santosh BK of United FC scored the equalizer in the 23rd minute itself. With his constant attacks, Siniolchu’s striker, Mayal Lepcha provided another lead to the team in the 29th minute. Both teams launched frenetic attacks and counter attacks right from the start in the second half, success for Siniolchu came with a brace by Tempo Bhutia in two minutes gaps in the 60th and 62nd minute, which sealed victory of his team.
The final was also attended by a FIFA representative, David Bojra as the chief guest along with Asian Football Confederation [AFC] representative, C Parera and All India Football Federation representative, Col Mehta as guests of honour. They also handed over certificates to all the twelve participating teams.
The second division Sikkim-League had started on 02 July with twelve teams divided into two pools of six each.
The inaugural match of the senior division Sikkim-League will be played between Sikkim Police and Boy’s Club and between United FC [Jorethang] and Sikkim Sports Academy on Wednesday.

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