Eltham book semi-final spot as Excelsior face elimination

Eltham High became the first team to reach the ISSA Manning Cup semi-final with a hard-fought 2-0 win over champions Excelsior High at the Waterhouse Stadium, while Calabar High rekindled their hopes with a 2-1 win over Wolmer’s Boys as Group A takes shape.

Eltham High, which had defeated Calabar in their opening game have surged to maximum six points from their two games and booked their spot in the semi-final for the second year running.

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Calabar High are in second spot on three points with Wolmer’s Boys and Excelsior sitting on a point each in third and fourth, respectively. Excelsior are now in a must-win situation when they face Calabar on Tuesday, or they will relinquish their title.