Tupapa Maraerenga defeat Sokattak

In the main Lotto Premier Men’s match 2012 champions Tupapa Maraerenga defeated Nikao Sokattak by one goal to nil.

Tupapa Maraerenga dominated the match in terms of ball possession and scoring opportunities and scored their sole goal through youngster Terii Framhein in the 65th minute sending the Tupapa supporters into a frenzy of cheering.

A vocal Nikao goalkeeper, Romeo Keu directed his defence players to keep his goal area clear of any attempts by the Tupapa strikers and they managed to do this until the half time whistle.

Tupapa Captain Mii Joseph pointed out that his team had expected a challenging match against a strong Nikao side and was happy with the win.

“We know Nikao is a strong team and have been for many years, so our preparation has been vital,” says Joseph. “We were lucky to get that odd opportunity and those chances we will happily take.”

The Nikao field saw a great turnout by a number of football followers and club supporters who travelled to cheer on their teams, Nikao Sokattak and Tupapa Maraerenga.

In the other Lotto Premiership played at the Takitumu School grounds between Puaikura thumped Matavera by thirteen goals to one win.

At the Avatiu swamp on Friday Avatiu overcame a determined Titikaveka side by five goals to one during their Lotto Premiership match.

- CIFA Media

Results from Saturday:

Nikao Sokattak vs Tupapa Maraerenga: Premier Men 0-1, Senior Women 3-1, Under 17 Men 3-2, Under 14 Boys 2-0, Under 14 Girls 1-3, Under 11 Mixed 3-0.

Matavera vs Puaikura: Premier Men 1-13, Senior Women 0-5, Under 17 Men 0-36, Under 14 Boys 0-3, Under 14 Girls 0-2, Under 11 Mixed 2-1.

Avatiu vs Titikaveka: Premier Men 5-1, Senior Women 0-2, Under 17 Men 0-10, Under 14 Boys 3-0, Under 14 Girls 2-0, Under 11 Mixed 1-2.