Early pressure from Mumbai City FC
Mumbai FC took control of the game early and looked instantly dangerous. Lallianzuala Changate had a chance in the first minute but Vikram Paratsingh missed a header. The trio of Vikram, Bipin Singh and Nicholas Karelis continued to put pressure on East Bengal’s defence.
Violent attack from Mumbai
In the 28th minute, Mumbai showed a more aggressive intent with Vikram running down the left to pass the ball to Karelis. But his attempt at goal was blocked. Soon after, Bipin Singh scored from outside the penalty area. But East Bengal’s defense made a save. But Karelis’ header
Mumbai breaks deadlock
Mumbai City FC took the lead in the 39th minute when Brandon Fernandes sent a pass to Changate. Scored a goal to give Mumbai a 1-0 advantage before the first break. Karelis doubled their lead to 2-0 following a save from the East Bengal goalkeeper.
War against East Bengal
Mumbai continued to press in the second half but Karelis missed another chance. East Bengal cut the deficit to 2-1 with Mumbai scoring an own goal in the 65th minute.
Late equalizer from East Bengal
East Bengal’s David Lalhlansang scored in the 83rd minute to tie the score 2-2 and the match intensified as both teams searched for the decisive goal.
Karelis seals victory for Mumbai
As the match drew to a close, Mumbai substitute Nathan Rodriguez played a key role in the final round. He assisted Nicholas Karelis, who scored the decisive goal to give Mumbai FC a 3-2 victory.
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