In a thrilling encounter at the jawaharlal nehru Stadium in Kochi, punjab FC claimed a dramatic 2-1 victory over kerala Blasters in their opening match of the indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. The match saw both teams fighting hard, but it was Filip Mrzljak’s stoppage-time winner that sealed the deal for the visitors, snatching three crucial points from the Blasters.

The first half witnessed an evenly contested game with both sides creating chances but failing to convert. kerala Blasters’ fans, known for their passionate support, were left waiting for a breakthrough as their team struggled to find the back of the net.

In the second half, the game picked up pace. punjab FC’s Luka Majcen, who was a constant threat, provided a sublime assist to substitute Mrzljak, who calmly slotted the ball past the Blasters’ goalkeeper in the dying moments of the game. The late goal stunned the home crowd, marking a perfect start for the newly promoted punjab FC in their ISL journey.

Before the late drama, kerala Blasters had managed to level the game through a well-taken goal, but their defensive lapses in the closing stages proved costly. Despite their best efforts to regroup, the home side couldn’t recover from Mrzljak’s strike, leaving them without a point to show for their efforts.

The match ended 2-1 in favor of punjab FC, with kerala Blasters left to rue missed opportunities and a failure to capitalize on home advantage.
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Sindujaa D N

15/09/2024 10:07 PM