Bambolim, Nov 6 (NationPress) In a thrilling conclusion to their AIFF Super Cup campaign, Sporting Club Delhi managed to secure a 2-2 draw against Rajasthan United FC in their final Group D encounter at the GMC Stadium on Thursday. The Desert Warriors had a promising start, leading 2-0 at half-time.

Goals from Pedro Astray (22’) and Robinson Blandon (35’) set Rajasthan United on a strong footing, but SC Delhi was not ready to concede defeat. Sourav brought his team back into the match with a goal in the 61st minute, followed by a dramatic equaliser from Alan Saji in stoppage time (90+4’). This marked SC Delhi’s first-ever point in the tournament, while simultaneously ending Rajasthan United’s hopes for a spot in the semi-finals.

The Desert Warriors, who were in dire need of a substantial victory to keep their semi-final dreams alive, concluded the group stage with just four points, leaving SC Delhi at the bottom with a single point. The last semi-final spot will be contested later in the day by Kerala Blasters and Mumbai City.

The match kicked off with Rajasthan United displaying a vigorous approach, striving for a four-goal margin to boost their qualification chances. However, SC Delhi had the first opportunity in the ninth minute when forward Devendra Murgaokar set up Augustine Lalrochana, whose attempt went over the bar.

Despite this, Rajasthan United continued to pressure SC Delhi. Their efforts paid off in the 22nd minute when a corner from Lalfelkima found Pedro Astray, who scored with a powerful header. They extended their lead in the 35th minute when Robinson Blandon netted his second goal after a precise low cross from Alan Thapa.

After the break, SC Delhi emerged more determined and aggressive. The breakthrough came in the 61st minute when Andrei Alba passed to Sourav, who scored SC Delhi’s first-ever goal from open play, firing past James Kithan.

The match turned increasingly physical, with both teams battling fiercely in the midfield. Rajasthan’s Abdul Samed Ango was booked in the 69th minute, followed by SC Delhi’s Manoj Mohammad a minute later. Rajasthan pressed for a third goal, with Thomo L. Shimray missing an opportunity in the 78th minute.

Refusing to surrender, SC Delhi continued to attack until the last moment. In stoppage time, Andrei Alba delivered a crucial cross that Alan Saji converted into the net, securing the equaliser.