I-League 2024-25: 10-Man Real Kashmir Resilient Against Sreenidi Deccan
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Synopsis
In a thrilling match on January 14, Real Kashmir FC showcased remarkable resilience by equalizing twice despite being down a player, ending in a 2-2 draw against Sreenidhi Deccan FC during the I-League 2024-25 fixture.
Key Takeaways
- Real Kashmir FC displayed tenacity by equalizing twice.
- Aminou Bouba received a red card early in the game.
- Sreenidhi Deccan took the lead on two occasions.
- Both teams managed to create several scoring opportunities.
- The match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Srinagar, Jan 14 (NationPress) The home team, Real Kashmir FC, managed to equalize twice after falling behind despite being reduced to 10 men, securing a 2-2 draw against Sreenidhi Deccan FC in an I-League 2024-25 encounter that featured penalties, goals, and a red card on Tuesday. The match unfolded at the TRC Football Turf, where Sreenidhi Deccan initially took the lead on two occasions with goals from Faysal Shayesteh and Angel Orelien, only for Real Kashmir’s Paulo Cezar and Muhammad Hammad to net crucial equalisers.
Real Kashmir’s Cameroonian player, Aminou Bouba, received a red card just a minute into the match.
With this draw, Real Kashmir sits in the eighth position on the points table, accumulating 10 points from eight matches. Sreenidhi Deccan also holds 10 points from the same number of games but finds themselves in the ninth place due to a poorer goal difference.
The match began intensely when Bouba was sent off for a foul in the penalty area, leading to Shayesteh converting a penalty kick in the second minute, giving Sreenidhi Deccan an early edge. Contrary to what was anticipated, the 10-man Real Kashmir team responded rapidly. By the fourth minute, a well-executed short corner allowed Lalramsanga to assist Cezar, who scored with a precise header, leveling the match.
Unfazed by the setback, Sreenidhi Deccan regained the lead in the 15th minute. After a series of passes that penetrated the Kashmir defense, Orelien found space to unleash a powerful shot that found the back of the net, showcasing the offensive strength of the Deccan Warriors. Real Kashmir's relentless spirit surfaced again as they equalized for the second time in the 22nd minute. Following a well-placed free-kick from Lalramsanga, the Sreenidhi Deccan goalkeeper could only manage a partial clearance, allowing Hammad to capitalize on the rebound and score.
As the match moved forward, both teams created chances to clinch victory. Drawing inspiration from their recent comeback against Aizawl FC, Sreenidhi Deccan pressed hard. Vanlalremdika hit the woodwork, and a header from Munoz was expertly saved by the Real Kashmir goalkeeper, who also thwarted a long-range attempt from Orelien that hit the crossbar.
Despite being a man down for almost the entirety of the match, Real Kashmir's defense stood firm, successfully repelling Sreenidhi Deccan's late attempts to secure a win, ensuring the points were shared.
