Ba beats Lautoka 1-0 in CVC opener at Churchill Park

Ba defeated Lautoka 1-0 in the first leg of the Pillay Garments Champion versus Champion series at Churchill Park.

Ba's winning goal was scored by Darold Kakasi through a diving header in the 28th minute of the second half.

Lautoka dominated possession throughout from the first whistle but wasted numerous goal scoring opportunities. Ba's goalkeeper, Atunaisa Naucukidi also made a number of saves for Ba and kept IDC and Vodafone Premier League winners, Lautoka at bay throughout.

With this win, Ba now has three points and a draw in the second leg will see the Men in Black claim their 20th CVC title.

Lautoka now needs to beat Ba by two clear goals to win the series.

A one nil win for Lautoka on Sunday will see both Lautoka and Ba have equal points and goal aggregate and a third match will have to be played to decide the winner.

Ba will host Lautoka at 3pm this Sunday at Churchill Park in the second leg and you can catch the live commentary on our sister station, Radio Sargam.