Kerala Blasters FC Stages Epic Comeback Victory Over FC Goa in Indian Super League 2024

Kerala Blasters FC pulled off an incredible comeback to secure their first win of the 2024 Indian Super League season, defeating FC Goa 4-2 in a thrilling match. The victory propelled them to the fourth spot in the league standings, while The Gaurs suffered their third consecutive defeat.

The game started with FC Goa taking a commanding lead in the first half, with Rowlin Borges and Mohammed Yasir scoring to put them ahead. However, Kerala Blasters fought back in the second half, with Daisuke Sakai scoring a spectacular free-kick to ignite the comeback.

Greek striker Dimitrios Diamantakos stole the show for Kerala Blasters, scoring two goals and providing an assist to complete the turnaround. His penalty kick in the 81st minute leveled the scores, and he went on to score another goal before setting up a goal for Fedor Cernych to seal the victory.

The win marked a resurgence for Kerala Blasters, with coach Ivan Vukomanovic’s adjustments and halftime talk proving crucial. Diamantakos, stepping up in the absence of Adrian Luna, showcased his leadership on the field with a standout performance.

Looking ahead, Kerala Blasters will aim to build on this victory in their upcoming match against Bengaluru FC on March 2. On the other hand, FC Goa will seek redemption in their next game against Mumbai City FC on February 28, as both teams look to secure vital points in the league standings.

As the Indian Super League approaches its climax, the battle for the Shield intensifies, with Kerala Blasters and FC Goa looking to challenge the top teams in the league. Stay tuned to IFTWC for more updates on Indian football.