Did Jamshedpur FC Triumph Over Tribhuvan Army FC in a 5-Goal Clash?

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Key Takeaways
- Jamshedpur FC showcased strong attacking play.
- Key players like Golui and Barla had a significant impact.
- The match highlighted the resilience of both teams.
- Jamshedpur FC's next match is against Indian Army FT.
- Football in India continues to grow in competitiveness.
Jamshedpur, July 24 (NationPress) - The Indian Super League (ISL) side Jamshedpur FC secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Nepal’s Tribhuvan Army FC at the JRD Tata Sports Complex during the Group C opener on Thursday.
Sarthak Golui and Manvir Singh found the net in the first half, while Nikhil Barla added a third goal after coming off the bench, marking a successful start to their Durand Cup journey.
Golui opened the scoring early with a long throw-in, taking advantage of a mistake from the opposition's defense. Despite Jamshedpur FC's dominance in the early game, Tribhuvan Army FC equalized in the 26th minute against the run of play.
Just five minutes later, Jamshedpur FC regained the lead with a composed finish from Manvir Singh, who received a perfect pass from Vincy Barretto and scored from a tight angle.
As the first half concluded, the score stood at 2-1 in favor of the hosts, despite several attempts to extend their lead.
Early in the second half, Sanan hit the post, and another opportunity from a free-kick went wide. In the 64th minute, Tribhuvan Army FC leveled the score again with a spectacular long-range goal.
With the match tied at 2-2, Jamshedpur FC intensified their efforts, and Barla found the net within seconds of his introduction in the 71st minute to put his team ahead once more.
Manvir had a chance to secure a two-goal lead in the closing moments, but his shot missed the target. The match concluded with Jamshedpur FC triumphing 3-2, a vital win in their opening fixture.
Next, Jamil’s squad will take on Indian Army FT on July 29 in an early kickoff at the Furnace.