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Franklin savors major win over Vanuatu

From FBC News · () English

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  • Nicholas Franklin scored three goals as Fiji defeated Vanuatu 7-2 in the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship opener.
  • The Australia-based midfielder credited his teammates and said the result reflected the bond built during weeks of preparation.
  • Fiji next faces defending champion New Zealand on Saturday at 2 p.m.

Nicholas Franklin had a match to remember after scoring a hat-trick in Fiji’s 7-2 victory over Vanuatu in the opening game of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship.

The Australia-based Junior Bula Boys midfielder played a central role in the win and received the Player of the Match award. He quickly redirected the praise toward his teammates, saying many of them also deserved recognition.

“It’s really good to get Player of the Match. Honestly, I didn’t think I was going to get it. A lot of the boys in our team put in a good shift, and a few of them definitely deserved it, so I’m just happy to have received it.”

Franklin said representing Fiji carries special meaning for him and his family. After the emphatic opening victory, Fiji will face defending champions New Zealand on Saturday at 2 p.m. He expects the next match to provide another tough test.

It’s really good to get Player of the Match. Honestly, I didn’t think I was going to get it. A lot of the boys in our team put in a good shift, and a few of them definitely deserved it, so I’m just happy to have received it.

— Nicholas FranklinFranklin credited his teammates after receiving the Player of the Match award following Fiji’s win over Vanuatu.
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