Kohim, Jan 24 (EMN): Heboluto FC Pughoboto lifted the coveted championship title of the 4th Aphuyemi Cup 2022, which concluded on Monday under the aegis of Aphuyemi Football Club (AFC) at Pughoboto town.
In a grand finale, Heboluto FC Pughoboto defeated Chishilimi FC 4-1.
Heboluto FC was awarded INR 70,000 while the runner-up Chishilimi FC received INR 35,000.
Nikiho netted two goals for Heboluto FC while Khrukhoto and Johny Ritse contributed a goal each.
Chishilimi FC fetched a lone goal through Ghuqhe Chishi.
Later, Tito Yepthomi, president Dimapur District Auto Driver Union attended the valedictory function as the special guest. He encouraged the players to maintain discipline and obey the coaches in order to flourish in the field of football.
The function was compered by AFC joint secretary Bonoto Zhimo while AFC general secretary Benjamin A Swu gave a report.
Vote of thanks was proposed by AFC finance secretary Kanito Kiho.
Individual winners
Best Goalkeeper-Asheto Wotsa (Spireites FC)
Best Defender- Itobo Zhimo(Chishilimi FC)
Young emerging Player- Juniho Kiho (Natsumi FC)
Highest Scorers- Nikiho Tena (4goals) and Rhitso Mero (4goals) Player of the tournament – Yekivi Assumi ( Natsumi FC)
