IWL: East Bengal Dominates Nita FA to Remain Unbeaten
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Synopsis
East Bengal FC continued their impressive run in the Indian Women’s League, defeating Nita FA 4-1 in Bhubaneswar. The Red and Gold Brigade showcased their dominance with goals from Tamang, Guguloth, Nanziri, and Ranganathan, solidifying their position at the top of the league table.
Key Takeaways
- East Bengal FC maintains their top position in the league.
- Impressive performance with multiple goals from key players.
- Nita FA remains competitive but struggles against top teams.
- East Bengal has won all three matches this season.
- Gifty Acheampong scored for Nita FA, showcasing her talent.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 20 (NationPress) East Bengal FC continues to dominate the league. The Moshal Girls delivered another impressive display, overpowering Nita FA with a score of 4-1 during the Indian Women’s League 2024-25 at the Capital Football Arena on Monday.
Anju Tamang, Soumya Guguloth, Resty Nanziri, and Sandhiya Ranganathan found the net for East Bengal, while Ghanaian forward Gifty Acheampong scored a consolation goal for the home team. East Bengal led 1-0 at halftime.
The match highlighted the contrast between league leaders East Bengal and newly-promoted Nita FA, with the Red and Gold Brigade emphasizing their status as strong title contenders.
This victory allowed East Bengal to strengthen their top position in the standings, having triumphed in all three matches, amassing a total of nine points. Meanwhile, Nita FA sits second with four points from their three games, which include one win, one draw, and one loss.
From the outset, the Anthony Andrews-managed East Bengal team took command of the match. They displayed both flair and efficiency as they outperformed Nita FA through solid defense, energetic midfield play, and sharp attacking strategies.
The initial goal for East Bengal came in the 30th minute amidst a frenzied moment following a corner kick. Tamang showcased her skills by positioning herself perfectly to take advantage of a defensive mix-up, nudging the ball into the net to give East Bengal the lead.
The team's momentum did not diminish after halftime. Just three minutes into the second half, Soumya Guguloth extended the lead with a well-executed strike following a meticulously crafted midfield play that left the Nita FA defense scrambling.
Before Nita FA could regroup, East Bengal scored again in the 50th minute. A quick pass sliced through the Nita FA defense, setting up Nanziri for a smooth finish past goalkeeper Sasmita Parida.
In an attempt to salvage some pride and points, Nita FA intensified their efforts and managed to score in the 61st minute. East Bengal's defense briefly faltered, failing to clear a long ball effectively. Gifty Acheampong seized the opportunity and drove the ball home to narrow the gap.
However, any hopes for a Nita FA comeback were extinguished six minutes later as East Bengal pressed on, securing their win with a goal from Sandhiya, who skillfully converted from yet another corner.
