Kerala Blasters Stunned:

East Bengal Break 4-Game Winless Streak with 2-1 Victory Over Kerala Blasters

Kerala Blasters Stunned: East Bengal Breaks 4-Game Winless Spell East Bengal FC ended their winless streak with a determined 2-1 victory over Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League on Friday. This marked their first win in five matches, having previously defeated Jamshedpur FC 1-0 on December 21.

A stunning first-half goal by PV Vishnu gave the Red and Golds the lead, and Hijazi Maher extended it in the second half with a precise header. While Danish Farooq managed a late goal for Kerala Blasters, it was ultimately a consolation as East Bengal secured the three points.

This much-needed victory also snapped East Bengal’s three-game losing streak in the ongoing campaign.

First Half Dominance

The visitors began with more possession, while East Bengal focused on counterattacking opportunities. The Blasters leaned heavily on Noah Sadaoui’s play on the right flank, a tactic the hosts exploited effectively.

In the 20th minute, Cleiton Silva’s perfect long ball found Vishnu on the right. The youngster’s clever chip over goalkeeper Sachin Suresh broke the deadlock, giving East Bengal the edge heading into halftime.

East Bengal nearly doubled their lead multiple times, with Cleiton and Richard Celis coming close, but the Blasters managed to stay in the game.

Second Half Surge

Kerala Blasters upped their tempo in the second half, with Noah Sadaoui driving their attacking efforts. Substitutions, including Kwame Peprah for additional firepower, hinted at an equalizer, but East Bengal’s defense held strong.

In the 72nd minute, Hijazi Maher capitalized on a corner from Naorem Mahesh Singh, heading the ball into the net to seal the game for East Bengal. Danish Farooq pulled one back for the Blasters late in the match, but it wasn’t enough to alter the outcome.

Turning Point for East Bengal

This win not only rejuvenates East Bengal’s campaign but also showcases their potential to bounce back from tough spells. Fans will be eager to see if they can build on this performance in upcoming matches.