Jamshedpur, Feb 2 (PTI) – Jamshedpur FC delivered a commanding performance against FC Goa, securing a 3-1 victory to climb to second place in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 standings on Sunday. The win propels Jamshedpur FC to 34 points, edging past FC Goa, who remain at 33 points.
Cirkovic's Screamer Sets the Tone
The breakthrough came in the 34th minute, when Lazar Cirkovic showcased his precision with a stunning strike into the top-right corner of the FC Goa net. In a tightly contested battle along the flank, Javi Hernandez and Cirkovic combined, with the latter seizing possession and firing an unstoppable shot to put the Men of Steel in the lead.Siverio Doubles the Advantage
Riding on the momentum, Mohammed Sanan created havoc inside the penalty box just three minutes later. Cutting in from the left flank, Sanan forced a save from FC Goa’s Hrithik Tiwari, but an alert Javi Siverio was positioned perfectly to slot home the rebound, making it 2-0 in the 37th minute.FC Goa Fights Back
Despite being on the back foot, FC Goa responded just before half-time through a well-crafted move between Brison Fernandes and Ayush Dev Chhetri. Brison delivered a sharp pass from the left, setting up Ayush, who hammered the ball into the bottom-right corner, reducing the deficit and bringing Goa back into the contest.Jamshedpur Seals the Victory
FC Goa came out stronger in the second half, with Mohammed Yasir and Sahil Tavora linking up dangerously near the Jamshedpur FC box in the 57th minute. However, head coach Khalid Jamil's tactical switch proved decisive. He introduced Mobashir Rahman for Sourav Das in the 58th minute, a move that ultimately tilted the game in Jamshedpur’s favor.The final blow came in the 68th minute when Jamshedpur earned a corner. Mobashir curled in a pinpoint delivery, allowing Siverio to rise and head the ball into the top-left corner, sealing a well-deserved 3-1 win for the home side.
What’s Next?
With this victory, Jamshedpur FC leapfrogs FC Goa in the points table, solidifying their push for the playoffs. Meanwhile, FC Goa will need to regroup quickly as they look to bounce back in the remaining fixtures.
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