Riverton FC stun league leaders to reach cup semi-final
A stoppage-time winner sparked wild celebrations at the Lakeside Stadium.
Riverton FC are into the semi-finals of the State Cup for the first time in 14 years after a dramatic 2–1 win over table-toppers Northgate United.
I have never heard noise like that. The fans carried us over the line.
Substitute Jamal Ortiz headed in the winner in the 94th minute to send a sell-out crowd of 18,000 into raptures.
What happens next
Hi FM News will continue to follow this story. Listen for the latest updates in our bulletins on the hour, every hour, and on the Hi Morning Drive.
Do you have information about this story? Contact the Hi FM newsroom — we can talk in confidence.
