Punjab FC Coach Staikos Vergetis Lauds Team’s Second-Half Performance in ISL Season Finale

Punjab FC head coach Staikos Vergetis expressed his joy following a 4-1 victory over East Bengal FC in ISL football today. The Shers, making their ISL debut, closed out their season on a high note at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi. Wilmar Jordan opened the scoring for Punjab FC in the 19th minute, swiftly countered by an equalizer from Sayan Banerjee of East Bengal FC. However, Madih Talal restored Punjab FC’s lead just before halftime with his sixth goal of the season, setting the stage for a dominant second-half display.

In the 62nd minute of the match, Wilmar Jordan notched his brace, and Luka Majcen added another goal in the 70th minute, securing a convincing 4-1 win for Punjab FC. Vergetis praised his team’s second-half showing, emphasizing their unstoppable nature in the latter period. Despite conceding 35 goals throughout the ISL season, the Shers exhibited a potent attacking threat, finding the net 28 times. Vergetis highlighted his team’s tendency to concede soon after taking the lead, a trend that persisted in their match against East Bengal FC.

The coach lauded the performance of 18-year-old Manglenthang Kipgen, who made a significant impact in his first start of the season, creating numerous scoring opportunities and showcasing defensive prowess. Vergetis expressed confidence in Kipgen’s potential, foreseeing a bright future in Indian football for the young talent. Looking back on Punjab FC’s inaugural ISL campaign, Vergetis expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress and performance, despite narrowly missing out on a higher league position in the final games.

As Punjab FC celebrated their successful season finale in ISL football today, Vergetis reflected on the team’s journey and the opportunities ahead. Despite some regrets regarding missed chances for a higher league standing, the coach remained optimistic about the team’s future prospects and their continued development in the competitive landscape of Indian football.