Assam Rifles in quarter of Durand Cup

By our Sports Reporter
GUWAHATI, Sept 8: Assam Rifles sailed into the quarter final league beating Simla Youngs 4-1 in the final qualifying round match of Durand Cup football tournament held at Dr Ambedkar Stadium today. The side made a good start in the match by taking the lead in just second minute through Thoi Thoiba Singh. In the next minute Assam Rifles increased the margin with a beauty from Meikinghai Kamei. Akum Ao made it 3-0 with a header after Bulu Jigdung’s shot was partially saved by opponent goalkeeper. Hirojit Singh sealed the victory just before the final whistle with a nice shot. Simla Youngs returned one through Samson. THE SENTINEL