MacArthur shines as Fruta Conquerors U20, Riddim Squad grab semifinal spots

Nicholas MacArthur (No.10) of Fruta Conquerors on the attack against Timehri Panthers.

Fruta Conquerors U-20 and Riddim Squad earned their semifinal berths in the 4th annual Limacol Football Championship, following quarterfinal wins on Wednesday at the Ministry of Education ground, Carifesta Avenue.

Fruta Conquerors defeated Timehri Panthers 3-1. Nicholas MacArthur handed the Tucville unit the lead in the fifth minute. Racing into the penalty area, MacArthur directed his header into the back of the net, after latching onto a left side cross.

The wily forward would make his presence felt once more as he found the back of the net in the 11th minute. Lurking inside the six yard area, MacArthur unleashed a back-heeled attempt which settled into the left corner, after receiving a flat right sided cross.