East Bengal FC emerges victorious over Kerala Blasters FC in high-scoring six-goal match
Kerala Blasters FC faces a devastating 4-2 defeat against East Bengal FC, impacting the Yellow Army’s playoff dreams. The Red & Gold Brigade’s strong performance, with a brace each by Saul Crespo and Naorem Mahesh Singh, secures them a much-needed win in the ISL 2023-24 season.
In a thrilling match at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, both teams fought hard for victory. Despite Kerala Blasters FC taking the initial lead with a goal from Fedor Cernych, East Bengal FC equalized before half-time. The second half saw East Bengal FC dominate, securing three more goals to seal the win.
Key moments in the match included Kerala Blasters FC forward Daisuke Sakai’s missed opportunities and goalkeeper Karanjit Singh’s errors, leading to goals for East Bengal FC. Naorem Mahesh Singh’s impressive performance, with two goals and crucial passes, ensured the victory for his team.
With this win, East Bengal FC moves to 21 points from 20 matches, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Kerala Blasters FC will now face NorthEast United FC, while East Bengal FC gears up for a match against Bengaluru FC on April 7. The upcoming fixtures will be crucial in determining the top-six teams in the ISL 2023-24 season.
