ISL 2024-25: Irfan Yadwad of Chennaiyin FC Recognized as March's Emerging Player
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Synopsis
Chennaiyin FC's Irfan Yadwad earns the Emerging Player of the Month award for March 2025 after impressive performances, including scoring two goals in a match against Jamshedpur FC. His contributions have been pivotal in the ISL, marking a significant breakthrough season.
Key Takeaways
- Irfan Yadwad awarded Emerging Player of the Month.
- Scored two goals against Jamshedpur FC.
- First Chennaiyin FC player to win this award this season.
- Contributed significantly with five goals and four assists in the ISL.
- Recognized for both offensive and defensive contributions.
Chennai, March 31 (NationPress) The forward for Chennaiyin FC, Irfan Yadwad, has been awarded the Emerging Player of the Month for March 2025 due to his outstanding performances, notably scoring twice against Jamshedpur FC.
Yadwad has established himself as a reliable contributor and is experiencing a breakout year with the Marina Machans. He participated in both matches for Chennaiyin FC this month, netting a brace in a thrilling 5-2 win in their final home match.
The 23-year-old forward from Goa has tallied five goals and delivered four assists in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. In addition to his significant offensive skills, Yadwad has demonstrated remarkable work ethic, duel-winning capability, and defensive recoveries.
This marks not only Yadwad's initial Emerging Player of the Month accolade but also makes him the first player from Chennaiyin FC to earn this distinction this season.
“Young Irfan scored an impressive goal. He has been a threat since day one, and I’ve recognized his potential, so I’ve worked to develop him and encourage him. He has put in tremendous effort for the team,” stated Chennai's head coach, Owen Coyle, earlier in the season.
A majority of the eighteen experts on the selection panel chose Yadwad as the standout player for March, with eight placing him first, two ranking him second, and four selecting him as their third choice. Yadwad won the award over Kerala Blasters FC’s Korou Singh and Punjab FC’s Muhammad Suhail, who secured second and third places, respectively.
Three panelists selected Singh as their top pick, while two placed him second and two ranked him third. Suhail received two first-choice votes and was ranked second and third by four panelists.
