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East Bengal Thrashes Minerva Punjab in New Delhi Thriller
East Bengal secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Minerva Punjab in a thrilling Indian Super League match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. The game, part of the 2024 season’s round 23, was officiated by R Venkatesh from India and showcased East Bengal’s attacking prowess.
Diamantakos put East Bengal ahead in the 15th minute, setting the tone for a first half that saw Minerva Punjab receive two yellow cards. The second half saw East Bengal extend their lead with goals from Singh (47′) and Lalchungnunga (54′), showcasing their clinical finishing despite only managing 4 shots on target from 11 attempts. Vidal pulled one back for Minerva Punjab in the 62nd minute, but it proved to be a mere consolation. Despite dominating possession (60%), Minerva Punjab’s 7 shots (4 on target) were not enough to overcome East Bengal’s efficiency. East Bengal, with only 40% possession, displayed superior effectiveness in front of goal. The match ended with an additional yellow card for East Bengal, adding to Minerva Punjab’s two, in a closely contested and exciting encounter.
Substitutions minerva punjab: at minute 46 L. Majcen came in and A. Suljic went out., at minute 46 N. Sudeesh came in and A. Pradhan went out., at minute 56 P. Singh came in and M. Suhail F went out., at minute 57 L. Rakesh Meitei came in and L. Augustine went out., at minute 86 S. Shami came in and M. Suresh went out.
Substitutions east bengal: at minute 64 N. Kumar came in and V. Puthiya Valappill went out., at minute 64 P. Lakra came in and H. Yuste went out., at minute 81 D. Lalhlansanga came in and D. Diamantakos went out., at minute 90 Jeakson Singh came in and S. Crespo went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Minerva Punjab
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East Bengal
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