Soneva Jani triumphs in Battle of the Champions at Tekkers Resort Cup 2024

In an exciting showdown at the Dhiraagu Tekkers Resort Cup 2024, Soneva Jani emerged victorious with a decisive 3-1 win against Lhaviyani Zone champions, Le Méridien Maldives. The match, titled the “Battle of the Champions,” featured intense football action and reaffirmed Soneva Jani’s position as a formidable contender in the tournament.

The first half of the match was fiercely competitive, with Soneva Jani gaining an early lead through a stunning goal, ending the half with a 1-0 advantage.

As the second half unfolded, Soneva Jani demonstrated exceptional control and strategic skill, maintaining possession and applying relentless pressure on their opponents. Despite numerous attempts from Le Méridien Maldives, Soneva Jani’s coordination on both offence and defence remained solid. The match concluded with a convincing 3-1 victory for Soneva Jani, showcasing their dominance throughout the game.

Le Méridien Maldives, who recently secured the Lhaviyani Zone title by defeating Six Senses Kanuhuraa, faced a formidable opponent in Soneva Jani. Soneva Jani had previously won the Noonu Zone by overcoming Velaa Private Island Maldives, the champions of Noonu Zone 2023 and the overall Tekkers Resort Cup champions in 2023.

The standout performer of the match was Mohamed Fathooh Firaag from Soneva Jani, who was named Man of the Match for his outstanding contribution to the team’s success.

Looking ahead, Soneva Jani will face JOALI Maldives, who triumphed in the clash between the Raa Zone and Baa Zone champions. Joali Maldives advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating the Baa Zone champions, Milaidhoo Maldives.

The match between JOALI Maldives and Soneva Jani is scheduled for October 8, 2024, at 16:15 hours at Siyam World. The winner of this match will progress directly to the semifinals of the Dhiraagu Tekkers Resort Cup 2024, where they will compete against the champions of the North Kaafu Zone.