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Tarkpor Gets 1st Goal

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Story By: Roland M. Mulbah

Liberian International midfielder, Tarkpor John Sonkaliey, was on the score sheet in the Indonesia Super Liga when he led his team, Persebaya Surabaya to a 2 -0 crucial victory over PSM Makassar on Sunday, December 13, 2009 in continuation of the league.

According to information posted on the Indonesian, as well as Persebaya websites, the 23-year-old Liberian scored from a brilliant free kick in the 68th minute of the match.

The goal is the first for the more than three caps Liberian International, who is an integral member of Persebaya in just his first season.

Tarkpor is expected to lead Persebaya Surabaya in another battle against Persiba Balikpapan on December 16, 2009 as the league heats up.

Story originally published on www.ceasefireliberia.com

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