Navelim, : The 4th annual get-together of the Signals Veterans football fraternity witnessed an exciting clash between Army Signals Veterans Legends and Goa Veterans Legends at the 3 Military Training Regiment Ground, Navelim, Goa.
The friendly encounter lived up to expectations, with both sides displaying skill and experience built over years in the sport. The first half ended in a deadlock, as neither team managed to find the net despite creating a few scoring opportunities.
Just when the match seemed destined for a draw, former India captain Bruno Coutinho stepped up to deliver a decisive moment, scoring from a late free kick to seal the contest.
The Signals Veterans team featured several notable names, including Leo Paul, Manuel Fernandes, Lt. Col. T.S.S. Prasad, Coach Prebhakaran, and Army player A.K. Singh.
The Goa Veterans side boasted an impressive lineup with stalwarts such as Brahmanand Sankhwalkar, Bruno Coutinho, Robert Fernandes, along with Avetano Furtado, a national player and former MLA, and Oswaldo D’Costa, captain of the first winning All India University tournament team.
The event was graced by Armando Colaco, Dronacharya Awardee and former Indian national team coach, who attended as the Chief Guest. The programme also included a felicitation ceremony honouring his contributions to Indian football.
The event was coordinated by Omanakuttan G, former Signals coach, whose efforts ensured a smooth and memorable gathering.
The annual get-together once again reinforced the spirit of camaraderie among veterans, blending competitive football with nostalgia and mutual respect, as former stars reunited to celebrate their shared love for the game.
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