Kerala Blasters vs RoundGlass Punjab FC HIGHLIGHTS: Kerala Blasters go TOP of Group A

Kerala Blasters vs RoundGlass Punjab FC HIGHLIGHTS : Indian Super Cup 2023 HIGHLIGHTS: Though Kerala Blasters were the team that attacked more frequently, RoundGlass Punjab did well to contain them for 40 minutes. Up until he conceded the penalty, which Dimitrios converted to give the home team the lead, Valupia was outstanding. RoundGlass FC still has a second half to make things right.Follow Indian Super League and Indian Super Cup 2023 LIVE Updates on InsideSport.IN

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Kerala Blasters vs RoundGlass Punjab FC HIGHLIGHTS: Rahul KP last minute goal SEALS full points, Kerala Blasters go TOP of Group A – Check Highlights

The two sides looked evenly matched in the first 30 minutes. Both teams had a couple of chances each to take the lead, but neither could find the breakthrough. While Sahal Abdul Samad took on the creative responsibilities for the Kerala side, youngsters like Valpuia and Maheson Singh Tongbram showed a glimpse of their technical abilities.

It was the team from God’s Own Country that broke the deadlock in the 41st minute. RoundGlass goalkeeper Kiran Limbu made a poor clearance inside the box, which was followed by an error by Valpuia. The defender committed the mistake of bringing down Saurav Mandal inside the box and the referee rightfully pointed towards the spot. Skipper Dimitrios Diamantakos made no mistake to put the ball into the back of the net giving his side a 1-0 lead before half time.

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Kerala Blasters vs RoundGlass Punjab FC HIGHLIGHTS: Rahul KP last minute goal SEALS full points, Kerala Blasters go TOP of Group A – Check Highlights

Following the break, Kerala Blasters looked the better side as they dominated the proceedings and enjoyed more of the ball possession. Centre half Bijoy V did particularly well in staving off the Punjab attack. In the 54th minute, the Blasters doubled their lead, this time with Nishu Kumar getting on the scoresheet. The full-back saw himself with ample space inside the box to look at the target, dummy off a defender and place the ball into the back of the net to make it 2-0.

Courtesy of a couple of substitutions, the Hero I-League 2022-23 champions found their touch back and launched some forceful attacks. Juan Mera Gonzalez, one of the most hard-working players on the night, attempted a cross inside the box, which took a huge deflection and fell into the path of Krishnananda Singh. The attacker made no mistake in driving it in with a prompt volley to make it 2-1.

Kerala Blasters vs RoundGlass Punjab FC HIGHLIGHTS: Rahul KP last minute goal SEALS full points, Kerala Blasters go TOP of Group A – Check Highlights

In the next five minutes, both sides came inches close to scoring. At one end, Blasters substitute Bidyashagar Singh saw his powerful attempt saved by Kiran Limbu. On the other hand, Juan Mera Gonzalez was denied by the crossbar as custodian Sachin Suresh used his fingertips to save the Spaniard’s attempt from outside the box.

Finally, local hero substitute Rahul KP put the game to bed by making it 3-1 for Kerala Blasters late in the additional time. The winger capitalised on a counter attack and smartly put it past the goalkeeper to hand his side the win.

In the next round of Group A on April 12, Wednesday, Kerala Blasters face off against Hero I-League side Sreenidi Deccan FC in Kozhikode. Meanwhile, RoundGlass Punjab FC will clash heads with Hero ISL 2022-23 finalists Bengaluru FC at the same venue.

Kerala Blasters vs RoundGlass Punjab FC HIGHLIGHTS: Rahul KP last minute goal SEALS full points, Kerala Blasters go TOP of Group A – Check Highlights

Kerala Blasters FC XI:

Sachin (GK), Bijoy, Nishu Kumar, Victor Mongil, Ayush, Vibin Mohanan, Saurav , Apostolos, Danish Farooq, Dimitrios Diamantakos, Sahal Abdul Samad.

RoundGlass Punjab FC XI:

Kiran Kumar Limbu; Suresh Meitei, Hmingthanmawia, Khaiminthang Lhungdim, Mohammed Salah, Juan Nellar, Freddy Lallawmawma, Maheson Singh, Brandon Vanlalremdika, Juan Mera, Luka Majcen

(With Inputs from AIFF!)

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