In a thrilling encounter at Fairfield Showground Synthetic Field on Sunday, IQRO FC secured their place in the Grand Final of INDOLEAGUE 2023 with a hard-fought victory over AIDA Sydney FC. The match showcased exceptional talent, intense moments, and a dramatic turn of events.
The breakthrough for IQRO FC came early in the 15th minute when Avisai Vunisasaro, the current top scorer of INDOLEAGUE 2023, found the back of the net. This goal takes Avisai’s season tally to an impressive 14. The lead was further extended in the 29th minute as Hasan Isniarto added another goal to IQRO FC’s tally. However, AIDA Sydney FC displayed resilience and determination. In the 60th minute, Yunus Hadi Rochman managed to pull one back for AIDA Sydney FC, injecting fresh energy into the game.
The intensity reached a boiling point in the 73rd minute when a scuffle on the field resulted in two red cards—one for each team. The dismissed players will miss their next matches, adding a layer of complexity to the upcoming fixtures for both IQRO FC and AIDA Sydney FC.
With this victory, IQRO FC secures a coveted spot in the Grand Final, where they will await the winner of the Major Semi Final 2. AIDA Sydney FC, despite the setback, will have a second chance to make it to the Grand Final by facing Surau FC in Major Semi Final 2 next week.
The match served as a testament to the competitive spirit of both teams and sets the stage for an exciting climax to the INDOLEAGUE Season 2, 2023.