Proud Norkem High team returns from Spain
The team did their school and country proud with their African spirit and singing.
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After the success of winning the Sir Pierre tournament undefeated and without conceding a goal, Norkem Park High School’s football team took part in the Costa Daurada Cup in Salou on the Spanish coast.
The team lost 0-1 in the final against la Selva del Camp from Spain. The boys had numerous chances but could not put the ball in the net.
A breakaway goal with minutes to spare ended their Spanish dream.
The team started the tournament with a 2-2 draw against la Selva del Camp and then defeated AC Milan Algeria in the second round robin game.
They faced stiff opposition from YPS, a composite team from the USA, winning 2-1. Both goals were scored by Kabelo Mokoena, the captain.
This saw them finish the group stages in second place on goal difference.
They faced a tough no-nonsense Spanish team UDE Canonja in the semi-finals and put on a superb display of football, beating the other group winners 2-0 with both goals by Phumlani Sello.
The team did their school and country proud with their African spirit and singing.
The tour ended with a tour of the Camp Nou, home of Barcelona Football Club and a cultural city tour of Barcelona.
The school would like to thank its overseas sponsors for this life-changing opportunity.