Dominating the entire match, Snow’s Football Academy of Raia thrashed United Sports Club of Seraulim 7-0 to clinch the U-17 State Championship title organized by the Goa Football Association at the Raia Panchayat Ground on Thursday.
Snow’s FA led 2-0 at halftime. Wayne Colaco and Samuel Colaco each scored a hat-trick, while Shaun Colaco also found the net for Snow’s FA.
Snow’s FA missed several early scoring opportunities, with Messi Rebello failing to convert two clear chances in the 6th and 8th minutes. USC Seraulim’s only dangerous move in the first half came from Soham Fernandes, but he too couldn’t score. Goalkeeper Mohit Tete of USC Seraulim put up a strong performance, denying at least three close attempts by Snow’s FA.
Wayne Colaco opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a header, followed by Samuel Colaco’s goal in the 27th minute. In the second half, Snow’s FA continued their dominance. Wayne scored his second in the 47th minute, and Samuel completed his hat-trick with two quick goals. In injury time, Wayne Colaco sealed the 7-0 victory and his own hat-trick with a final goal.