Robson steals the show

A brilliant performance from Robson De Silva helped Bashundhara Kings qualify for the quarterfinals of the Federation Cup with a fighting 4-3 win over Muktijoddha Sangsad yesterday.

The Brazilian scored one and assisted two during a show-stopping performance at the Sheikh Fazlul Haque Moni Stadium in Gopalganj and, although Spanish coach Oscar Bruzon rested some players, Kings were unstoppable and were leading 4-1 at one stage.

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Although Muktijoddha Sangsad struck two goals within the span of three minutes in the dying moments, the Bashundhara Kings did not allow an upset.

In the other Group B game, Chittagong Abahani were held to a goalless draw by newcomers Fortis FC.