Kerala Blasters Turn the Tide with Dramatic Comeback Win

Kerala Blasters FC secured a thrilling 2-1 victory against Mohammedan SC at Kolkata, marking their first come-from-behind away win in the ISL. Key contributions from Kwame Peprah and Jesus Jimenez led to this historic triumph, adding excitement to their campaign.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-10-2024 23:24 IST | Created: 20-10-2024 23:24 IST
Kerala Blasters Turn the Tide with Dramatic Comeback Win
KBFC players celebrating (Photo: ISL). Image Credit: ANI
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In a thrilling encounter at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Sunday, Kerala Blasters FC emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Mohammedan SC. Overcoming a challenging start, this match marked their first come-from-behind away victory in the Indian Super League (ISL) in 27 games.

The match swayed intensely between both sides. Mohammedan SC took an early lead with Mirjalol Kasimov scoring from the penalty spot in the 27th minute. Despite this setback, Kerala Blasters displayed remarkable resilience, determined to change the narrative.

The turning point came in the second half with the introduction of Kwame Peprah, whose equalizer ignited the team's momentum. His partnership with Jesus Jimenez culminated in a decisive second goal, sealing Kerala Blasters' second win of the season. This victory adds enthusiasm to their campaign as they prepare for upcoming matches.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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