Wanting to prove themselves a valid contender in this competition, Erakor Golden Star were hoping to make three points their own last evening.
However with Marist chasing their second win in a bid to set themselves up comfortably going into their final match the opening Group D match proved a thriller.
The Solomon Islands club champions almost made an early impression on the match when Atkin Kaua fired in a powerful effort that veteran keeper Chikau Mansale dealt with well.
