Nasinu FC President Jagindar Singh says qualifying for the Extra Battle of the Giants semi-finals for the first time in seven years is a proud achievement for the Giant Killers.
Fiji Football Association says Nasinu entered the tournament as underdogs and without a major sponsor but finished second in Group A following victories over Blue Gas Navua FC and Global Care Suva FC.
The side suffered a narrow 1-0 loss to defending champions Extra Supermarket Labasa FC in its opening match before bouncing back to defeat Navua 1-0.
Nasinu then secured its place in the semi-finals with an impressive 2-1 win over Suva in its final pool match.
Singh says the achievement reflects the commitment and sacrifices made by the players, officials and supporters.
He says they came into the tournament as underdogs, and he is proud of what the players and officials have achieved.
Singh says the side does not have a major sponsor, but everyone involved has worked hard and made sacrifices for Nasinu.
He adds that qualifying for the semi-finals is the best Father’s Day gift for all the fathers and supporters of Nasinu.
Fiji FA says under coach Abunesh Kapoor, Nasinu has displayed discipline and determination throughout the competition.
Nasinu last reached the BOG semi-finals in 2019, when the side held Labasa scoreless for 90 minutes before losing 3-0 in extra time.
The Giant Killers have finished runners-up twice, in 1989 and 1991, but are yet to win the tournament.
Nasinu will now face Group B winner Stratum/PPCL Rewa FC in the second semi-final at 4.30pm this Saturday at the Four R Stadium at Govind Park in Ba.
