Minerva Punjab defeats Odisha in a close match
New Delhi, September 20, 2024 – Minerva Punjab secured a 3-1 victory over Odisha in an exciting match of the second round of the Indian Super League regular season, played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.
The match began with Odisha dominating possession, but Minerva Punjab were the first to break the deadlock in the 28th minute through N. Sudeesh, assisted by F. Mrzljak. Odisha responded with a triple substitution at the start of the second half, but they couldn’t find the back of the net.
Minerva Punjab extended their lead in the 89th minute with a goal from L. Augustine, who received a pass from R. Shabong. However, Odisha managed to pull one back in the 90th minute with an own goal by R. Kumar, but it wasn’t enough to prevent defeat.
The match was marked by intensity, with a total of 14 fouls and 3 yellow cards. Minerva Punjab had more scoring opportunities, with 16 shots, 7 of them on target. Odisha, despite dominating possession, could only manage 9 shots, none of them on target.
Minerva Punjab continues their good run and are placed in a favorable position in the standings. Odisha will need to work on improving their performance if they want to fight for a playoff spot.
Substitutions odisha: at minute 46 J. Mawihmingthanga came in and R. Fernandes went out., at minute 46 A. Jahouh came in and Mauricio Diego went out., at minute 46 R. Ali came in and I. Vanlalruatfela went out.
Substitutions minerva punjab: at minute 62 L. Augustine came in and M. Bakenga went out., at minute 62 R. Shabong came in and V. Rai went out., at minute 69 A. Suljic came in and E. Vidal went out., at minute 85 M. Assisi came in and N. Sudeesh went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Minerva Punjab
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Odisha
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