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UAAP 85 MFB: Daniel Nartey strikes as UST overcomes Ateneo, rises to third


DANIEL Nartey’s fine finish lifted University of Santo Tomas past Ateneo de Manila University 1-0 and rise from sixth to third in the UAAP Season 85 Men’s Football Tournament on Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Field.

Nartey, a native of Ghana, shot past Blue Eagles goalkeeper Artuz Cezar in the 36th minute to propel UST to a season sweep of Ateneo.

The Golden Booters previously defeated the Blue Eagles 2-0 thanks to Stephen Marasigan’s brace last February 26 in the first round.

UST now has 16 points behind five wins, one draw, and five defeats. They are a point ahead of idle teams University of the Phiippines and University of the East, and, as of the moment, Far Eastern University, who is facing De La Salle University as of posting.

“Tonight’s objective was achieved. Our hopes for a top-four spot are still alive,” said coach Marjo Allado after his side swept Ateneo in the eliminations.

“Tapos na kami kay Ateneo. Binigyan kami ng chance ni Ateneo so buhay pa kami for the top four kasi yung ibang teams maglalaban pa,” he added.

Come the second half, the Blue Eagles had multiple chances to draw level. Skipper Colin Mercado had two sniffs at goal but he failed to find the back of the net. Substitute striker Kofi Agyei had a chance as well that went over.

UST also had chances to double their cushion just before the final whistle. Marasigan shot wide several times while Nartey also did not hit the target late in the match.

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“Hopefully, we can continue winning in our last game against FEU. The boys gave their best sa game na to. Ateneo had a lot of chances in the second half but we managed to defend well,” said Allado.

Ateneo remained in second place in the standings with 17 points behind five wins, two draws, and three defeats.

UST XI: Abada (GK), Belgira, Jarandillo, Guariña, Belluga, Songalia, Fianza, Jintula, Escobar, Villacarlos, Nartey.

Ateneo XI: Cezar (GK), Lopez, Closa, Dela Cruz, Guerrero, Maquiling, Roxas, Mercado (C), Lopez, Escobin, Busuego.

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