Dominant Bengaluru FC blanks Delhi Dynamos 4-1
Debutants Bengaluru FC continued with their dominating ways in the Hero Indian Super League (ISL) as they floored Delhi Dynamos FC 4-1 for their second consecutive victory at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru, on Sunday.
Bengaluru FC are the only team to win both their matches and lead the table with six points. The hosts FC were riding high after a comfortable victory against Mumbai City FC in the opening game but they did even better against Delhi Dynamos, whose confidence was sky-rocketing after garnering full points against FC Pune City. On Sunday, however, it were Bengaluru from start to finish as Erik Paartalu struck twice in the opening half. Lenny Rodrigues (57th minute) and Miku (87th) completed the rout in the second session. Captain Kalu Uche pulled a goal back after converting a penalty for Delhi in the 86th minute.
Bengaluru FC were always the dominant side in this contest and started to impose themselves straight after kick-off. With Udanta Singh creating havoc on the right flank, there were always scoring opportunities but the hosts got going only in the 24th minute.
It came from a set-piece. Edu Garcia floated the ball right in the heart of the Delhi defence where Harmanjot Khabra headed it across the face of goal and Paartalu made no mistake with a close-range header that beat Delhi goalkeeper Albino Gomes.
Bengaluru had the match in their pocket with the second goal and it came right at the stroke of half time. It came from another set-piece as Garcia floated a corner-kick and Paartalu was the man who again flicked it inside the nets.
Delhi Dynamos tried to fight their way back but found it difficult to penetrate the Bengaluru defence. Captain Kalu Uche tried his best by bulldozing his way but was constantly thwarted.
Bengaluru got their third goal in the 57th minute as Sunil Chhetri and Udanta combined to create an opportunity for Lenny to slot home the rebound from inside a crowded defence.
Delhi were awarded a spot-kick in the 86th minute after defender John Johnson was adjudged to have handled the ball. Captain Kalu stepped up and beat goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh for the first time in the ISL.
The three-goal lead, however, was restored almost immediately as Miku scored his first goal of the tournament. Chhetri lifted a long ball over the Delhi defence and Miku did well to control it, beat two markers and then calmly slot it past the goalkeeper for another impressive victory.
Also Read: Pune hand ATK worst defeat at home
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for more updates on Indian Football
MFA / MFA Elite Premier League
Millat FC win 5-2 to stay in title race, Hope United enters top 3 in the league table
Title contenders Millat FC kept their unbeaten run on with cruising 5-2 win over Kalina Rangers, Hope United picked up a come from behind win. Millat FC rode on Duane…
Roundup: Chennaiyin FC win against KBFC as RFYC, Bengaluru FC play gripping draw in RFDL National Group Stage in Mumbai
Mumbai, April 16: Bengaluru FC and Reliance Foundation Young Champs (RFYC) played out a goalless draw at the Reliance Corporate Park (RCP) in Navi Mumbai in the National Group Stage…
ISL 2023-24 Knockout 1 Preview: Playoffs fever grips the ISL as Odisha FC host Kerala Blasters FC with a semi-final spot at stake
Bhubaneswar, April 18: Odisha FC and Kerala Blasters FC will face each other in the first match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs at the Kalinga Stadium in…
Attacking talents flourish, defensive stability define league’s best: ISL 2023-24 Statistical Breakdown
The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 league stages rounded off with Mohun Bagan Super Giant becoming the League Champions for the first time in the history of the competition. They…
Ivan Vukomanovic: Seeing Kerala Blasters FC players shine for the national team gives me great satisfaction
Kerala Blasters FC head coach Ivan Vukomanovic is into his third season in the Indian Super League (ISL) and he has naturally overseen the rise of multiple young players who…
I-League 2: MH Oranje FC’s decisive away game ends in a draw against United SC
A late goal from Sanchit Singh gave MH Oranje FC a breath of fresh life with the draw ensuring the relegation battle against United SC continues till the final day…
ISL 2023-24 Knockout 2 Preview – Playoff Fever: FC Goa Hosts Chennaiyin FC in High-Stakes Knockout Battle
Goa, April 19: The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs reach a fever pitch as FC Goa prepares to host Chennaiyin FC in a high-stakes knockout clash at the iconic…
Odisha FC wins their first-ever playoff match to qualify for semi-final with comeback victory against Kerala Blasters FC
Bhubaneswar, April 19: Odisha FC qualified for the semi-final of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 by beating Kerala Blasters FC by 2-1 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar tonight. Accordingly,…
SSE BFC to conduct trials for U9 to U17 age group players
SSE BFC Soccer School will be conducting fresh trials this month for players aged below 17 to be part of their football program SSE BFC Soccer Schools is a football…
India Khelo Football Season 3 Trials for Mumbai and Thane are here
India Khelo Football (IKF) is back with Season 3 of its widely acclaimed trials with an aim to cover more than 50 cities this time around. After the resounding success…
Feature / Recommended / Trials
Mastering the Art of Football Trials: Key Pre-Trial Factors to Keep in Mind
Football trials are a critical juncture for aspiring players to showcase their skills and secure a spot in a team. To maximize your chances of success, it’s essential to tailor your approach based on your playing position as well as keeping in mind a few pre-trial factors.
Somaiya Sports Academy to conduct trials for MFA 2nd Division campaign
Somaiya Sports Academy is looking for passionate young football players for the Somaiya Sports Academy Football Team to compete in the MFA 2nd Division League 2023-2024. If selected, you will…
BFC Soccer Schools – Mumbai to conduct trials for U14 & U16 Girls
The BFC Soccer Schools Elite team girls’ trials are coming up in search of talented players from the U14 to U16 (Born 2009 and after) age groups into the club’s…
Opportunity to make the team: U.K.M. Kothrud FC conducts selection trials for girls team
Pune-based U.K.M. Kothrud FC has announced that they will be conducting selection trials for their girl’s team on 15th January 2023 The club welcomes all players to come and showcase…
The Sunday Football League Season 4 is back
The Sunday Football League is back with its fourth season, and it’s shaping up to be the best one yet. With eight talented teams competing at the Kes Kandivali turf, there…
BFC Soccer Schools Elite team trials in Feb
Bengaluru FC launched their Mumbai program last season with the Soccer Schools and Elite programs with its local partner Soccer Schools of Excellence (SSE). Bengaluru Football Club is a professional club…
India Khelo Football Season 2 Trials in Mumbai: A Chance to Kickstart Your Football Career
After conducting trials in 34 cities & villages across India, India Khelo Football is coming to Mumbai to hunt talent on 7th January. India Khelo Football kickstarted its season 2…
MFA / MFA Elite Premier League / Trials
Mumbai Customs to conduct trials for Elite League
Former champions Mumbai Customs will be holding open trials for the upcoming MFA Elite Corporate League (Elite Division) The 2019 MFA Elite Division champions Mumbai Customs are conducting open trials…