Australia based goalkeeper Ali Chem Akbal has been given the greenlight to play for Lautoka soccer team in their O-league match against Vanuatu club Amicale FC which kicks off this hour.

Lautoka soccer president Shalendra Prasad confirmed Chem Akbal's inclusion has boosted the team morale.

Prasad added a large crowd is expected to watch this encounter and Lautoka soccer players are concerned about their safety as the crowd had attacked the players last time they played in Vanuatu.

According to Prasad, police and security have assured that players security will be paramount.

Winner of this match will have a good chance of qualifying for O-league final.


Story by: Ronal Deo