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Jamshedpur : Jamshedpur FC Takes the Semi-Final Edge by Stunning Mohun Bagan SG at the Furnace
Jamshedpur : Jamshedpur FC Takes the Semi-Final Edge by Stunning Mohun Bagan SG at the Furnace
Jamshedpur : In front of over 20,000 spectators at the JRD Tata Sports Complex, the Furnace roared as Jamshedpur FC defeated Mohun Bagan Super Giant, the ISL Shield Winners, 2-1 in the first leg of their Indian Super League (ISL) semi-final. Javi Hernandez's late goal won the victory and set up a fierce second-leg matchup in Kolkata, where Jamshedpur would easily advance to the final with a draw.
First to Strike: Siverio
Knowing how important it was to get off to a fast start, Jamshedpur FC made their breakthrough in the 23rd minute. The home crowd went into raptures as Stephen Eze rose high and headed the ball into the area after a well-executed set piece. An unmarked Javi Siverio then nodded it beyond the Mohun Bagan SG goalie.
Despite the Furnace's strong voice and efforts to advance the squad, Mohun Bagan's offensive potency continued to pose a concern. Ten minutes later, the visitors came dangerously close to tying the score when a strong attempt hit the crossbar. Albino Gomes kept Jamshedpur's advantage intact by acting fast to seize the loose ball before it crossed the line.
Leveling the Score with Cummings
In the 38th minute, Mohun Bagan SG's perseverance payed off. Albino had no chance as Jason Cummings' well-taken free shot reached the top right corner. The audience in Jamshedpur was momentarily silenced after the visitors had restored parity.
Both teams attempted, but failed, to score another goal over the remainder of the first half. The score was still 1-1 at the interval, which created the conditions for a heated second half.
A Magical Moment and a Defensive Battle
Mohun Bagan regained possession after the interval, forcing Jamshedpur to retreat and putting their defensive resiliency to the test. Khalid Jamil's team, however, resisted the pressure and didn't give up any obvious opportunities.
As the match went on, it appeared like a draw was certain. The golden opportunity for Jamshedpur FC came in the 90+4th minute. On the counterattack, Ritwik Das, who had entered as a substitute, was discharged. The crowd erupted in raucous jubilation when he ran down the flank and then cut the ball back to Javi Hernandez, who calmly placed it home.
With this win, Jamshedpur FC enters the second leg in Kolkata on April 7th with a slim 2-1 lead. Jamshedpur already knows that a draw will be sufficient to secure their spot in the final, but Mohun Bagan SG will be anxious to win the match at home.
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