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Jamshedpur FC reigned supreme but by only the finest of margins, defeating I-League side Sudeva Delhi FC by a goal to nil in the 130th Durand Cup at the Mohun Bagan Ground on Monday.
The Indian Super League side successfully held on to their solitary goal lead, which was nicked by one of their academy graduates, Lalruatmawia in the 34th minute.
The first half was a cagey affair with neither side being able to get a strong foothold of the game. Jamshedpur FC fielded a team dominated by young academy players and reserves, but so did Sudeva Delhi. However, the team from the capital had the better share of chances.
Much against the run of play, it was Jamshedpur FC who took the lead in the 34th minute. A speculative through ball wasn’t dealt with by the Sudeva Delhi defence, which put Jamshedpur FC’s Lalruatmawia through on goal and the youngster finished with fine aplomb for the opening goal, which eventually turned out to be the match-winner.
FC Bayern Munich U-19 World Squad player Subho Paul squandered a golden opportunity for Sudeva Delhi in the 61st minute, when the away side were awarded a penalty for handball. Subho stepped up for the spot-kick but had his effort comfortably saved by Jamshedpur FC goalkeeper Vishal Yadav.
Vishal Yadav was awarded the Man of the Match (MOTM) for his clean-sheet and penalty saving heroics.
Speaking after the game, the Jamshedpur goalkeeper said, “This is the biggest tournament that we have been a part of post-pandemic this year. We are happy to have a win and a clean-sheet. We hope to carry the same intensity forward in our upcoming games.”
