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Defence holds key in Blues O League clash

Zanzeer Singh
Sunday, November 29, 2009

THE back four will hold the key to victory for Shop N Save Lautoka in this afternoon's O-League clash against Tafea FC for Vanuatu.

Captain Samuela Vula, Apisai Smith, Marika Madigi and Malakai Waqa have formed a formidable combination in defence and been consistent in wins over Marist and Hekari.

Utility Samu Kautoga, Apisai Smith and Ilaitia Tuilau are all available.

Another win for the Blues will extend the side's top of the table lead to five points.

The Blues have scored five goals and conceded two so far.

Team director Shalen Tulsi said Lautoka was ready for its first O League home win.

"A win tomorrow (today) will be a big achievement."

Tulsi said the Blues were chasing their third win in the competition and would play attacking football.

"The players are comfortable with the 4-4-2 formation and we're not looking at making any major changes to the line-up.

"A lot of focus has been on short passes and possession. Tafea is a strong side and we know what to expect. It's important that we score first and counter their fast-paced game.

He said players and officials attended the funeral of manager Taranesh Reddy's wife, who passed away on Friday.

"Taranesh will be with the team tomorrow (today) and we want to win this game for him.

Tickets for the match are prized at $7 for pavilion A and B. $5 for embankment and pavilion C). Children under the age of 12 pay $2.

The Pool B top of the table clash kicks off at 3pm.

Blues squad: James Chronopoulos, Alifereti Baleiloa, Samu Kautoga, Keni Doidoi, Samuela Vula, Ilaitia Tuilau, Kamal Hassan, Salesh Sami, Malakai Waqa, Arvin Naidu, Marika Robanakadavu, Apisai Smith, Jone Nailogi, Leone Vurukania, Nahuel Arrarte, Salesh Kumar, Valerio Nawatu.

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