Friday , March 29 2024

Mizoram Premier League: M.C. Malsawmzuala turns the tide for Chanmari FC!

Defending champions ended their three game losing streak with a brilliant comeback victory against in-form Mizoram Police FC to move to fourth in the table.

A majestic cameo from MC Malsawmzuala was enough to ensure the champions seal three points with a 2-1 victory.

Yet to lose a game in Phase 2, Mizoram Police FC enjoyed a bright start and their good form was evident from the way they moved the ball. They duly took the lead on the 18th minute with Zosangliana directing a brilliant header inside the net from a freekick delivered by Lalrinchhana.

They had chances to further their lead through Lalbiakhlua and Lalfakzuala while Chanmari FC also came close finding an equaliser through Gani Ahmed and Muanzova.

Chanmari FC took advantage of the break and looked rejuvenated in the second half. They posed more of a threat going forward after the introduction of MC Malsawmzuala.

And it was Malsawmzuala who equalised in the 74th minute with a brilliant freekick. He also played a big part in the winner four minutes later as his thunderous effort from range bounced of the bar and into the path of Vanlalbiaa who applied an easy finish.

There was drama as a brilliant save from Chanmari FC custodian Lalmuanawma denied MPFC an equaliser. But the hero Muanawma almost turned into scapegoat after he conceded a late penalty after failed to calmly collect and aerial ball and later tripping F. Lalrinpuia inside his box. Thankfully for the Chanmari FC goalkeeper, Lalsangbera could not put his spot kick inside the net.

M.C. Malsawmzuala was named man of the match for his game-changing display in the second half.

Result

Mizoram Police FC 1-2 Chanmari FC
(M: F Zosangliana 18′; C: M.C. Malsawmzuala 74′, Vanlalbiaa Chhangte 78′)

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