Courtesy: Solomon Star News


Kurukuru flash back

Friday, 10 October 2008

By CHARLES KADAMANA

Solomon Islands National Futsal team the Kurukuru lost with big margins as they finished their FIFA Futsal World Cup in Brazil.

They lost to Cuba 10-2, succumbed to Brazil 21-0, defeated by Japan 7-2 and finally ended by Russia 31-2.

These results speak how our boys can reach in the World Cup level which its means a great experience for the boys.

Compared to Brazil, Cuba, Japan and Russia the Kurukuru are the youngest team and this could be one of the contributing factor.

Despite putting up some brave resistance in their games our boys are out of contention.

However the boys set a record and history scoring total goals of six.

Two goals came from Captain Elliot Ragomo against Cuba, Ron Ginio against Japan and own goal from Japan, Jack Whitney and Micah Leaálafa a piece each against Russia.

Solomon Islands coach Victor Wai’ia said his side would learn from their lesson against the best players in the world.

“It was great to have the chance to play against Brazil. Their technical ability is amazing.

“My team are very young and I believe this was a great learning experience for them. I hope we’ll take something away from this game” he said.

Solomon Island player James Egeta was also appreciative of the Brazilians talents.

“That was a difficult game. We were up against one of the futsal giants. Technicallly, they’re perfect.”

Solomon Islands midfielder Ron Ginio was delighted with his first goal of the tournament.

“I’m over the moon after scoring my first goal at the World Cup. We’ve played three matches, and we’re just thrilled to be here,” Ginio said.

Coach Victor Wai’ia summed up his sides tournament with emphasis on the valuable experience gained by playing against the worlds best.

“Just being part of this World Cup has been a fantastic experience, because we’ve played such strong opponents,” he said.

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