Sesa Football Academy clinched the Batora United Women’s Festival Cup by defeating Livval Sports Club Benaulim with a solitary goal in the finals held at DYSA Ground, Curtorim, on Friday. The decisive goal came in the first half through Sushmita Jadhav, giving Sesa FA the lead before halftime. In the second half, Livval SC pushed forward aggressively and earned a penalty after their forward was brought down in the danger area. However, Sesa FA goalkeeper Aashika Gadekar made a crucial save, diving to her right, which sealed the victory for her team. First Scorer & Best Player of the Final: Sushmita Jadhav Best Goalkeeper of the Final: Aashika Gadekar Best Defender of the Final: Rhea Pires Best Midfielder of the Final: Josiel Mare Best Forward of the Final: Aniela Barreto Mrs. Michelle Rebello, Zilla Panchayat member of Curtorim Constituency, was the chief guest and presented the prizes to the winners and runners-up. She was joined by Maria Rebello, Goa’s first FIFA referee, along with dignitaries Gloria Demelo, James D’Costa (Panch member of VP Curtorim), Savio Fernandes (former Curtorim Gymkhana president), and GFA executive members Anthony Fernandes and Francisco Nunes. Other notable attendees included Joaquim Fernandes, Franky Fernandes, Caetano Fernandes, Domnick Pais, and club officials.
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