CRC 9 A SIDE TOURNAMENT DAY 1

RESULTS OF MATCHES IN THE 9-A-SIDE TOURNAMENT ORGANIZED BY CRC CHINCHINIM AND PLAYED ON 15/3/2013:-

1) 6:45AM - MALABAR UNITED BEAT SANTOS UNITED 2-1
2) 7:20AM - CURTORCARES BEAT GOA MAROONS 3-1
3) 7:55AM - UNITED FRIENDS CLUB LOST TO SKYNET RAIDERS 0-1
4) 8:30AM - KUWAIT GOAN ASSOCIATION LOST TO REAL BETALBATIM FC 5-6 (TIE BREAKER)
5) 9:05AM - FC SPARX LOST TO AVC SPORTS & CULTURAL ASSOCIATION 0-1
6) 9:40AM - UNITED GOANS CENTER LOST TO MALABAR UNITED 0-2
7) 10:15AM - DON BOSCO ORATORY BEAT CURTORCARES 3-0

KERALA SNATCH GOA ROLLING TROPHY

G.O.A ROLLING TROPHY

KERALA SNATCH GOA ROLLING TROPHY

Real Betalbatim go down fighting

In a pulsating final featuring end to end action, Kerala Challengers came back from a goal down to level with Real Betalbatim 1-1 and than snatch the prestigious GOA Rolling Trophy in the tie-breaker after extra time yielded no result in the finals of the 19th edition of the G.O.A Rolling Trophy organized by Goan Overseas Association (Goa Maroons) and played at the MOH Grounds in Shuwaikh on 8^th March 2013 under the auspices of Kuwait Indian Football Federation.  

Both finalists with guests and referees

Action shot

Real Betalbatim playing their first final in a KIFF affiliated tournament matched Kerala Challengers in all respects in the first half and both goalkeepers on either side had to make important saves to keep the score goalless at interval.   Denzil Jadhav, Real Betalbatim’s brilliant mid-fielder than conjured a goal out of nothing when he slotted home from an acute angle in a goalmouth melee to give his team the lead in the 10^th minute of the second half much to the delight of the Betalbatim supporters.   However as the match progressed, Kerala Challengers made their presence felt and a tiring Real Betalbatim defence led by the veteran Theodore Pinto were finally broken when Jineesh headed from a Rafeeq cross to equalize 1-1 with just 10 minutes to go.   In the tie-breaker lottery, Kerala Challengers kept their cool scoring from all their kicks while Real Betalbatim missed one to break the hearts of their supporters. The match was ably handled by IFRA referee Francis Fernandes and he was assisted by Liston and Alvaro on the lines.

The winners Kerala Challengers with guests

During the prize distribution ceremony which was graced by Charles D’Sa of Bassem International Company as chief guest, KIFF President and guest of honour Fidelis Fernandes appreciated the efforts of Goan Overseas Association and lauded them for organizing a successful tournament.  Leo Fernandes gave away the gifts to referees while the fair play award was won by Kerala Challengers and given away by Rev. Fr. Rosario Oliveria the special invitee who is from the Bishop’s Palace in Goa and on a visit to Kuwait.  In his brief address, Fr. Oliveria complimented the Indian Community in Kuwait for organizing tournaments of such calibre and was especially impressed with the fine sporting spirit and discipline shown by both finalists.

Captain of Kerala Challengers receiving the winners trophy from Tony Correia

Captain of Real Betalbatim receiving the Runners Up trophy from  Roland D'Sa

An appreciation service award was given to Clifford Fortes for his contribution to Goan Overseas Association since 1994 by Jaime Figueira on behalf of the Association, while Roland D’Sa and Ian D’souza gave away the runners up trophies to players and captain of Real Betalbatim. Mrs. Zinia Cardoso was on hand to give away the Man of the Match trophy which was deservedly won by Jeneesh V. of Kerala Challengers while the V. President of Goa Maroons, Tony Correia gave away the prestigious GOA Rolling Trophy to the captain of Kerala Challengers.

Jeenesh - Man of the Match receiving his award from Mrs. Zinia Cardoso

Fr. Rosario Oliveria giving away the Fair Play Award to Kerala Challengers Captain

Clifford Fortes (standing on left) receiving the Service Appreciation  Award from James Figueira

Earlier in the day, KIFF organized a festival tie-breaker tournament, the first of its kind for KIFF registered club officials and it was won by KIFF Managing Committee who defeated Indian Strikers in the final.  The trophies were given away to the winners and runners up by KIFF President Fidelis Fernandes during the GOA  final prize distribution ceremony   Also an unique festival exhibition 9 a- side match between ‘North’ captained by Carmo Santos and ‘South’ captained by Salvador Dias was  held just before the final and it was won by North 4-0. 

Julio Cardoso

Kuwait

Captain of KIFF 3 a side tie breaker team Kevin Vaz receiving  his award from KIFF President Fidelis Fernandes

GOAN GIRL PENNY REBELLO SOCCER UMPIRE IN KUWAIT.

MARCH 5, 2013

GOAN GIRL PENNY REBELLO SOCCER UMPIRE IN KUWAIT.

Penny Rebello seen in action on the Lines. 

l ike father – like daughter.  Thus goes the saying. This daughter is none other than the young and youthful daughter of once India’s top football defender Anton Rebello from Curtorim, Salcette, Goa.  Her name is Penny Rebello who is employed in Kuwait at Don Bosco High School - Kuwait as a PT Teacher having done her graduation in Physical Education in Goa. Inheriting all the sporting qualities of her once renowned footballer father who had great distinction of playing for Salgaocar Sports Club-Goa, representing Goa in the Nationals and India XI as well a number of times in international outings, Penny as a  sportsperson in Goa at school, College and Goa level  created a name and fame for her.  She is not an ordinary sportsperson but very renowned one in Goa before taking up an employment in Kuwait.  She represented not only her School, College, University and Goa in different disciplines of the sports including soccer but above all she represented India in Volley ball and toured Portugal and Germany playing volley-ball for India with great distinction. 

Penny Rebello with her Papa Anton. 

 Last Friday on 1^st of this month during the one day soccer extravaganza for the veterans under Kuwait Indian Football Federation, she surprised everyone there by doing the job of the Linesman with courage and confidence.  I think she is the first female in Kuwait to do the Linesman job and that too so perfectly well.

Anton Rebello seen with a Memento presented to him in Kuwait a few years back for his excellence in soccer. 

As a member of Indian Football Referees Association in Kuwait Penny  is well versed in soccer laws and shortly she may surprise us all by umpiring the games from the centre as being done in many parts of the world.

Penny Rebello seen extreme left before the start of the match.

It is a big honour for Goans in Kuwait to have among them such a high caliber athlete. She deserve our support and encouragement for her further promotion in this field.

A. Veronica Fernandes,

Kuwait.

KIFF VETERANS 7 A SIDE TOURNAMENT

KIFF VETERANS 7 A SIDE TOURNAMENT

INDIAN STRIKERS LIFT KIFF TROPHY

A large weekend crowd witnessed Indian Strikers edge AVC Sports & Cultural Association in the tie breaker 3-2  after normal time had ended goalless,  to win the annual Veterans 7-A-Side soccer tournament organized by Kuwait Indian Football Federation and played at the MOH Grounds (Shuwaikh) on 1^st March 2013.

Soccer stars of yesteryears

The hosts Kevin Vaz and Julio Cardoso

This popular tournament conducted annually for players above the age of 35, who are not registered with affiliated clubs, featured 16 teams and was played on a knock out basis.  Pool A  had Santos Football Club, DHL, United Friends Club, Kuwait Goan Association, Indian Strikers, Santos United, Malabar United and CRC Chinchinim, while Pool B was made up of Curtorcares United, Kerala Challengers, United Goans Centre, Skynet Raiders, KGA Red, AVC, Youth Recreation Centre and Don Bosco Oratory. Indian Strikers led by the charismatic senior veteran Robert  got the better of Santos FC, Malabar and KGA on their way to the final while AVC fielding the likes of Romel, Damian  and Milagres had to beat KGA, Don Bosco Oratory and Kerala Challengers to reach the final.

IFRA Officials

Before the start of the final, KIFF President Fidelis Fernandes appreciated the participation of the veteran players in this unique tournament, saying ‘Sports keep the mind and body active’.  He thanked the sponsors and various other  people who supported the tournament and then led the guests made up of  his managing committee, ex-presidents, club presidents, sponsors, and IFRA President to be  introduced to the two finalist.    

During the prize distribution ceremony, gifts were given to IFRA referees by Fidelis Fernandes.  Cosme Viegas who played at the age of 67 was awarded the oldest player by Seby Dias the KIFF Reliever, Fair Play trophy was won by Kerala Challengers and given by Francis Fernandes, IFRA President.  Man of the Match was won by Latif, the goalkeeper of Indian Strikers and given by Kevin Vaz the sport secretary, and Adly D’Lima KIFF treasurer gave away the runners up individual trophies to AVC Sports & Cultural Association.  The runner up trophy was given by Derick Gomindes, V. President of KIFF.  Individual winner trophies were given by Praveen Kumar, Gen. Secretary while the winner’s trophy was given by Fidelis Fernandes, KIFF President.

Indian Strikers - Winners

Man of the Match Latif - receiving his award from Kevin Vaz

Fair Play trophy to Kerala Challengers - Given by Francis Fernandes President of IFRA

Runners Up AVC Trophy - Given by Derrick Gomendes KIFF V. President

Fidelis Fernandes KIFF President giving away the Winners trophy to captain of Indian Strikers

Winners - Indian Strikers

AVC - Lost in the final

Teams with guests and IFRA officials

The tournament was sponsored by Xavier Furtado, Clifford Pinto, Tony Dias, V.K. Vohra, Bosco Leitao, Tony Correia, Vinay Kumar, B. M . Viegas, Agnelo Fernandes, Pascoal Afonso, Damian DÇruz and Fidelis Fernandes.  All the matches were officiated by Indian Football Referees Association (IFRA) and the entire event was compered by Kevin Vaz and Julio Cardoso.

Julio Cardoso

Kuwait

G.O.A ROLLING TROPHY FINAL ON 8TH MARCH 2013

G.O.A ROLLING TROPHY FINAL

The final of the prestigious GOA Rolling Trophy organized by Goan Overseas Association under teh auspices  of  Kuwait Indian Football Federation will be held on 8th March 2013 at the MOH Grounds at 8:45am (sharp).

Before the final, a 3-A-Side tie breaker for Registered Club Officials will be held.

Invitation for Goa Rolling Trophy

3-A-Side tie breaker - draw

To

The President/General Secretary

ALL KIFF Affiliated Clubs

Kuwait

Dear Sirs,

In order to promote a sense of comrade between KIFF Affiliated Club Officials, a 3-A-Side Tie Breaker Tournament will be held at the MOH Grounds on Friday 8^th March 2013, before the start of the G.O.A Rolling Trophy final. 

The tournament is ONLY for club officials registered with KIFF and each club can field a maximum of 5 and a minimum of 3 members for this tournament.  As a special gesture and since it’s a festival tournament,  a team from KIFF (Committee members) and IFRA have also been invited to participate in this tournament.

The draw was held during the Veterans Tournament organized by KIFF and it is attached herewith , along with the rules and regulations of this tournament.

Your participation & presence will be highly appreciated.

Regards

Fidelis Fernandes

President

Kuwait Indian Football Federation