Goa, Nov 30, : .Buoyed by their win against Bengaluru FC’s star-studded team, Odisha FC is positive and will try to get it across to a wounded SC East Bengal in the Indian Super League match at the Tilak Maidan Stadium later Tuesday. Javi Hernandez, a Spaniard, was the star of Odisha FC’s show.He scored three goals past Bengaluru FC custodian Gurpreet Sing Sandhu, giving insight into his impact on the team, which finished at bottom of the table last year.
SC East Bengal, on the other hand, had two unsuccessful outings this season.They lost the ‘Kolkata Derby’ to ATK Mohun Bagan, who were runners-up last year.
Odisha FC displayed resilience in defense, while their attackers were ruthless in front of goal against Bengaluru FC.Coach Kiko Ramirez confirmed that they are all fit ahead of the second ISL match.He said that Kamaljit Singh was in a collision during the last match and that the staff would decide later whether he will be able to play in the second ISL game.
They were fortunate to have Hernandez, a midfielder who was signed before the new season began, as he was instrumental in breaking the deadlock within the first five minutes.
He scored a fine goal by chipping at the keeper.The second goal was scored by Hernandez with a free kick, lobbing the ball into the top corner.
Victor Mongil, their 29-year-old defender, and Hector Rodas, their partner, had a strong performance against Bengaluru FC.The former made two clearances.His calmness helped the team survive the BFC attacks.
SC East Bengal managed a 1-1 draw despite a determined performance against Jamshedpur FC FC in the first match.ATK Mohun Bagan beat them 3-0.Jose Manuel Diaz, their coach, has stated that Suvam Sen will replace Arindam Bhattacharya who sustained an injury in the last game.
They consider Antonio Perosevic, Croatia’s winger, the brightest hope.He created three chances in the first game, one of which turned into a goal.
The 29-year old made some impressive forays in the next game against ATKMB but was kept quiet.
They have met twice and won one each.
East Bengal has a poor record at the Tilak Maidan Stadium.They have lost 13 matches and won one, while Odisha FC has played four games, winning only one.
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