East Bengal FC Secures Hard-Fought Victory Against Chennaiyin FC in ISL, Cuadrat Delighted收

East Bengal FC secured a hard-fought victory against Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. The hosts experienced a challenging first half, struggling to capitalize on chances and facing pressure from Chennaiyin FC. However, a strategic second-half move, including key substitutions, turned the tide in their favor.

The breakthrough came when Nandhakumar Sekar scored, breaking the deadlock and giving East Bengal FC the lead. Despite Chennaiyin FC’s efforts, they failed to convert their chances, allowing East Bengal FC to clinch their first victory against them in the ISL. Head coach Carles Cuadrat commended his team’s fighting spirit and the impact of the substitutions in the post-match conference.

Cuadrat praised Sekar for his pivotal role in the team’s recent success, highlighting his consistent goal-scoring form. With five goals this season, including the winning goal against Chennaiyin FC, Sekar has proven to be a key player in East Bengal FC’s attack. Since joining the club in the summer, he has also contributed three assists, showcasing his all-round offensive abilities.

The Spanish coach emphasized the importance of Sekar’s performance and urged him to maintain his consistency as a leader among the Indian players in the team’s attack. Sekar’s impact has been instrumental in East Bengal FC’s recent resurgence, with his goal-scoring prowess making a significant difference on the field.

With this crucial victory, East Bengal FC continues to climb up the ISL standings, buoyed by Sekar’s impressive form and the team’s fighting spirit. Cuadrat’s tactical decisions and the players’ collective effort have proven to be decisive in securing three valuable points against Chennaiyin FC. As the season progresses, East Bengal FC will look to build on this momentum and make a strong push for a higher position in the league table.