Recap of the Thrilling Action from Matchweek 16 of the ISL 2023-24 Season

Matchweek 16 of the Indian Super League saw a flurry of exciting matches that kept football fans at the edge of their seats. NorthEast United FC started the week with a win over FC Goa, while Jamshedpur FC came from behind to defeat East Bengal FC. Mumbai City climbed to second place with a 2-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC.

Odisha FC and Mohun Bagan SG played out a goalless draw, followed by Bengaluru FC securing a hard-fought win against Hyderabad FC. In a thrilling finale, Kerala Blasters FC mounted a sensational comeback from 2-0 down to beat FC Goa 4-2, thanks to Dimitrios Diamantakos’ heroics.

Tomi Juric continued to impress with his fifth goal of the season for NorthEast United FC, establishing himself as a key player in the league. Jeremy Manzorro showcased his free-kick prowess by scoring in back-to-back matches, a rare feat in the ISL.

Mumbai City FC extended their dominance over Chennaiyin FC with a 2-0 win, marking their sixth consecutive victory against the Marina Machans. Deepak Tangri stood out for Mohun Bagan SG with a stellar defensive performance against Odisha FC, showcasing his talent at just 25 years old.

Hyderabad FC ended a six-game goal drought with a goal from Ramhlunchhunga, but ultimately fell to Bengaluru FC. Sunil Chhetri celebrated his 150th ISL appearance with a win, as Sivasakthi sealed the victory for his team with a late goal.

The highlight of the week was Kerala Blasters FC’s historic comeback against FC Goa, where they secured a crucial win to stay in the race for the League Shield. Goals from Daisuke Sakai, Dimitrios Diamantakos, and Fedor Cernych sealed the remarkable turnaround for Ivan Vukomanovic’s side.

As the ISL season unfolds, these thrilling encounters and standout performances continue to captivate fans and set the stage for an exciting finish to the season.