The Lautoka soccer team may find it hard to beat Solomons Marist FC in their O-League clash on Sunday, as they do not have enough depth on the reserve bench.
Three top players Kamal Hassan, Valerio Nawatu and Ilaitia Tuilau have been ruled out due to suspension, while Lorima Dau is not available because he is registered with the Papua New Guinea's Hekari United club.
Lautoka will field only 15 players in this Sunday's match, and Association President Shalen Prasad is confident that despite the set-backs, and not having enough depth, his side can still win the match.
Lautoka must beat Marist FC to remain in contention for a place in the O-League final. The match will kick off on Sunday 3pm at Churchill Park.
You can catch the live commentary of the match on our sister station Radio Sargam.
Setback for Lautoka soccer team
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