Mumbai City FC Secures Fifth Place with 3-0 Victory Over Mohammedan SC
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Synopsis
On January 26, Mumbai City FC triumphed over Mohammedan SC with a 3-0 scoreline in the ISL 2024-25 at the Mumbai Football Arena. This victory moves Mumbai City FC to fifth position, accumulating 27 points from 17 matches.
Key Takeaways
- Mumbai City FC dominated the match with a 3-0 victory.
- The team held 69.3% possession throughout the game.
- Key player Bipin Singh was instrumental in their offense.
- Gaurav Bora’s own goal contributed to the scoreline.
- Krouma sealed the win with a third goal in the final moments.
Mumbai City FC clinched a decisive 3-0 victory over Mohammedan SC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Mumbai Football Arena on Sunday, January 26. This win propelled the Islanders to fifth place with a total of 27 points from 17 matches, enjoying a commanding 69.3 percent possession and converting all three of their shots on target.
Bipin Singh played a pivotal role in Mumbai City FC's attacking strategy during the first half. Right from the start, the Islanders aimed to establish dominance. A precise pass from Vikram Partap Singh found Bipin in the center of the box, but his shot soared over the goal.
Less than a minute later, Bipin was back in action as Lallianzuala Chhangte showcased his speed, setting up Bipin for a chance on the left flank. However, the visiting goalkeeper Padam Chhetri displayed impressive reflexes to stop his attempt.
Franca made sure that Andrey Chernyshov’s team didn’t merely defend against Mumbai City FC’s advances. They countered quickly, with Vanlalzuidika Chhakchhuak passing to Franca, whose shot went high and wide, sending a warning to the Islanders' defense.
The Islanders continued to apply pressure, with their entire squad pushing forward. Central defender Tiri directed a header towards Thaer Krouma at the edge of the box, but Krouma's strike flew over the target in the 29th minute.
Chhangte ensured the home side maintained their intensity into the second half. Just a minute in, he dashed down the right flank, receiving a pass inside the box but hitting the woodwork, signaling the Islanders' determination to increase their lead.
The breakthrough finally came in the 72nd minute via an own goal by Gaurav Bora. Bipin sent a long ball from the left, which Bora attempted to head clear, but misjudged, allowing the ball to end up in the net, giving Mumbai City FC a narrow lead. The situation worsened for Bora in the 78th minute when Jon Toral found Chhangte on the right. Chhangte's shot deflected off Bora into the goal, doubling the lead.
Despite Mohammedan SC’s attempts to strengthen their defense, Chhangte's pace left them vulnerable. He faced Mohammed Jasim in a one-on-one and opted for a powerful cross that the defense failed to clear. The deflected ball reached Krouma, who confidently struck it into the middle of the net, cementing a comprehensive victory for the Islanders.
