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Minerva Punjab Edges Odisha in Thrilling Bhubaneswar Clash
Minerva Punjab FC secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Odisha FC in a dramatic Indian Super League match at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on February 10th, 2025. The game, part of the 2024 season’s 21st round, was characterized by tension and red cards.
The first half saw several key incidents. At the 44th minute, Odisha’s R. Kannoly was sent off with a red card. A minute later, Minerva Punjab’s M. Suresh received a yellow card, followed immediately by another yellow for Odisha’s S. Gama. However, just before halftime, P. Giakoumakis scored for Minerva Punjab (assisted by R. Shabong), making it 1-0.
Odisha equalized in the second half through I. Vanlalruatfela (assisted by Mauricio Diego) in the 52nd minute. However, Minerva Punjab dominated the game, outshooting Odisha significantly (17 shots to 7) and boasting a superior shots on target ratio (4 to 3). Despite Odisha holding more possession (51%), Minerva Punjab created more clear-cut chances. Minerva Punjab also accumulated two more yellow cards, while Odisha received a red and a yellow. Ultimately, Minerva Punjab’s greater attacking prowess and efficiency secured them a 2-1 victory despite a challenging match.
Substitutions odisha: at minute 46 R. Ali came in and A. Ranawade went out., at minute 71 R. Fernandes came in and R. Kumar went out.
Substitutions minerva punjab: at minute 64 L. Majcen came in and P. Giakoumakis went out., at minute 65 A. Pradhan came in and M. Suresh went out., at minute 65 A. Suljic came in and E. Vidal went out., at minute 73 L. Augustine came in and M. Suhail F went out., at minute 87 N. Sudeesh came in and R. Shabong went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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