The Blasters delivered a commanding performance at home, securing a resounding 3-0 victory over Owen Coyle’s CFC. Goals from Jesús Jiménez, Noah Sadaoui, and Rahul KP secured all three points.
First Half – Missed Opportunities:
The match began cautiously, with both teams focusing on maintaining defensive discipline. Chennaiyin attempted to assert themselves early on with quick passing and high pressing. However, the Blasters’ defensive duo of Hormipam and Milos were solid at the back, neutralising Chennaiyin’s attacking threats.
The home side gradually grew into the game, with Korou Singh and Adrián Luna pulling the strings in midfield. Despite their dominance in possession, Kerala Blasters struggled to convert chances. The closest they came was in the 34th minute when Jesús Jiménez’s powerful header hit the frame and narrowly missed the target.
Although both the teams tried to create, neither could break the deadlock in the first half, with the score remaining 0-0 at halftime.
Second Half – Blasters Take Charge:
The second half witnessed a complete transformation in Kerala Blasters’ approach. Mikael’s men emerged reinvigorated, determined to break the deadlock. Their persistence paid off in the 55th minute. Korou Singh, after a dazzling run down the flank, delivered a perfectly timed cross to Jesús Jiménez, who calmly slotted the ball past the goalkeeper to give the Blasters a 1-0 lead.
Chennaiyin’s, rattled by the goal, tried to respond but lacked the cutting edge in the final third. Kerala Blasters, on the other hand, grew in confidence, dominating possession and creating more chances.
Their attacking intent was rewarded in the 69th minute when Adrián Luna’s through ball found Noah Sadaoui in space. The goal gave the Blasters the confidence to push forward, and they dominated proceedings thereafter.
Rahul KP put the game to bed in stoppage time, finishing off a counterattack in the 91st minute with an easy tap-in, completing a perfect night for the Blasters.
KBFC’s hard-fought win and a clean sheet keeps their motivation intact as they prepare to face FC Goa on November 28th. The team will aim to extend its winning momentum and further solidify its position in the league standings.
Full-Time: Kerala Blasters FC 3-0 Chennaiyin FC
Kerala Blasters Starting XI:
Sachin Suresh (GK), Hormipam Ruivah, Milos Drincic, Adrián Luna (C), Jesús Jiménez, Sandeep Singh, Korou Singh, Freddy Lallawmawma, Vibin Mohanan, Noah Sadaoui, Naocha Singh
Goals:
56’ Jesús Jiménez
70’ Noah Sadaoui
91’ Rahul K P
Substitutions:
61’ Korou Singh ➡ Rahul K P
78’ Freddy Lallawmawma ➡ Danish Farooq
84’ Jesus Jimenez ➡ Kwame Peprah
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