RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, February 21, 2001 – With the conclusion of the last two round matches last Friday at the Dabbab ground, the NSV soccer tournament for the Safa Makkah Clinic Rolling trophy has reached the semifinal stage.
Of the actions, Al Smari Poly Clinic team defeated Star Sports club by a narrow margin of one goal. Musthafa Manjeri was the lone scorer for the victorious side. He netted the ball beautifully after receiving a fine pass from the center forward.
RICC president, Kammad Haji was the chief guest during this match and was introduced to both the teams during the break.
In the second encounter, NSV Riyadh had an easy sailing against M. M. A, winning in the end by 3-1. Mujeeb Vazhakkad scored two goals in the first half while Shakeeb increased lead in the second half. For the losers, M. H. Ashraf netted one.
Here, Adam Ismail and the regional manager Haul Shipping Company, P. V. Ashraf were the chief guests. During the break, they were introduced to both the teams.