There are tantalising possibilities as the group stage concludes in the OFC Men’s Champions League in Honiara this weekend.
Three of the four semi-finalists will be found with defending champions Auckland City FC the only team guaranteed of a last four spot with a match to spare in Group A.
Paul Posa’s side play already eliminated Rewa FC in the final Group A match at Lawson Tama Stadium tomorrow. but it’s the opening match that shapes as a cliffhanger.
Tiga Sport and AS Pirae are level on points, and goal difference, but the New Caledonian side is ahead on goals scored, and so only needs a draw to progress to the semi-finals while the Tahitian side must go all out for the win.
“We know this is a deciding game and we know the importance of it, so we will recover and be prepared to go for it.” Said Tiga Sport coach Leo Lopez.
A big local crowd is expected at the national Stadium in Honiara when Group B concludes on Sunday.
Hekari United on four points are in pole position to top the group. They play winless Tupapa Maraerenga in the opening match before what should be a thriller between the host nation’s representative Central Coast FC and Vanuatu’s Ifira Black Bird FC, who need a draw to progress. Central Coast must win if they are to qualify for the semi-finals.
“For us it’s a final, whoever wins qualifies for the semis.” Central Coast FC coach Jacob Moli said.
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