RFDL 2024-25: Jamshedpur FC Moves Closer to National Championship with Third Consecutive Victory
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Synopsis
Jamshedpur FC celebrates their third consecutive win in the RFDL 2024-25 National Group Stage, showcasing their dominance with a 5-2 victory over NorthEast United FC. Meanwhile, Kickstart FC also finds their rhythm, defeating Diamond Harbour FC 3-0. Both teams are showcasing remarkable performances as the championship approaches.
Key Takeaways
- Jamshedpur FC secures a 5-2 victory against NorthEast United FC.
- Bivan Jyoti Laskar opens the score in the 13th minute.
- Pallujam Rohan Singh scores a stunning free-kick.
- Kickstart FC wins 3-0 against Diamond Harbour FC.
- Both teams are in contention for the championship.
Mumbai, March 29 (NationPress) Jamshedpur FC achieved their third consecutive victory in the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) 2024-25 National Group Stage match held at the Reliance Corporate Park in Mumbai on Saturday. In another match, Kickstart FC cruised past Diamond Harbour FC with a score of 3-0, marking their second win.
Continuing their impressive streak in the RFDL National Group Stage, Jamshedpur FC secured a commanding 5-2 victory over NorthEast United FC. The Red Miners displayed their dominance right from the start, taking the lead in the 13th minute when Bivan Jyoti Laskar, who has been outstanding this season, found the net after receiving an expertly placed cross from Ningthoujam Remson Singh.
The team doubled their advantage in the 29th minute when Lawmsangzuala was fouled just outside the box, allowing Pallujam Rohan Singh to score a stunning direct free-kick, a true contender for goal of the season.
In the second half, NorthEast United showed signs of a comeback when Laishram Danny Meitei scored in the 53rd minute, executing a brilliant finish with his left foot to narrow the score to 2-1.
However, under the guidance of head coach Kaizad Ambapardiwalla, the Red Miners remained relentless, extending their lead with two more goals in the 70th and 79th minutes from Lawmsangzuala and an own goal by Vumlenlal Hangshing.
The match concluded with Sairem Sital Singh sealing the victory for Jamshedpur FC with a penalty in the 89th minute, while Danny Meitei's spectacular strike for NorthEast United was merely a consolation.
In the second match at the Reliance Corporate Park, Kickstart FC bounced back to winning form, defeating Diamond Harbour FC 3-0 after suffering a loss against Jamshedpur FC in their last encounter.
The first half ended without goals as both teams fought for control in the midfield. In the 60th minute, Kickstart FC broke the deadlock when Jithu pressured the Diamond Harbour FC defense, resulting in a foul inside the box. He converted the penalty to give his team a crucial lead.
This goal boosted the confidence of the Karnataka side, leading to another goal in the 74th minute when Crispin Cleetus delivered a precise cross, allowing Saikhom Borish Singh to score from close range. Just seven minutes later, Crispin himself found the back of the net, taking advantage of a scramble inside the box to wrap up the game.
