Tailevu Naitasiri FC has injected fresh life into its Extra Premier League survival campaign after recording consecutive victories for the first time this season.
The Sky Blues defeated Nadi FC 1-0 before edging Global Care Suva FC 3-2 to collect six valuable points and remain in contention to avoid relegation with three rounds left in the competition.
After spending much of the season anchored to the foot of the table, Tailevu Naitasiri now has 10 points and trails Nadroga by just three points.
The turnaround has come at a crucial stage of the season, with every point proving vital in the battle to stay in Fiji’s top flight.
Tailevu Naitasiri’s next assignment could define its campaign when it meets Prithvi Navua FC in Round 16.
A victory would move the Sky Blues to 13 points and close the gap on the teams above, setting up an intriguing finish to the season.
However, defeat would leave them with an uphill task, with matches against league leaders Dayal’s Sawmillers Ba FC and title contenders Extra Supermarket Labasa FC still to come.
Only the bottom-placed team at the end of the season will be relegated to the Senior Division, meaning Tailevu Naitasiri still has a realistic opportunity to preserve its Premier League status.
The recent wins have not only improved the club’s position on the ladder but also restored confidence within the squad as it prepares for the most important stretch of its season.
With momentum finally on its side, Tailevu Naitasiri knows another positive result this weekend could turn the relegation battle on its head.
