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Lautoka creates history by qualifying for first ever OFC Champions League final

Lautoka creates history by qualifying for first ever OFC Champions League final

By Naveel Krishant
30/04/2018
Action between Lautoka FC and Marist FC in the OFC Champions League

The Lautoka soccer team has created history as they have qualified for their first ever final of the OFC Champions League.

They beat Marist FC of Solomon Islands 1-0 in the second leg semi final match in Honiara.

Praneel Naidu was the hero for the team as he scored the winning goal in the second half.

Lautoka goal-keeper Benamino Mateinaqara made some good saves in the match for his team.

Lautoka will now play Team Wellington in the final next month.

The final will be played on a home and away basis.

The first leg will be played on the 12th while the second leg will be played on the 19th of next month.

Meanwhile, Team Wellington drew 2-all with Auckland City in their semi-final match and Team Wellington qualified on away goal rules.

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