MFA Super League: Bombay Gymkhana and Soccer Saga Thrill in Action-Packed Draw

by Chittu Shetty October 23, 2023

In a captivating MFA Super League encounter, Bombay Gymkhana and Soccer Saga played to a pulsating draw, with both teams finding the back of the net once each.

The match kicked off with both sides maintaining their formations, sizing each other up in the opening minutes. However, as the game progressed, they turned up the heat, testing each other’s mettle.

Bombay Gymkhana’s wing play looked promising, but the Soccer Saga defense adeptly thwarted their advances. The deadlock was eventually broken when Bombay Gymkhana’s number 7, Anas Vadgama, capitalized on a delightful through ball from the flank. Despite the goalkeeper’s attempt to save it, the ball found its way into the net.

Soccer Saga created opportunities but struggled with the final touch. They earned several corner kicks but couldn’t convert them. As the first half drew to a close, Bombay Gymkhana mounted a fierce attack from the right wing, as Vishal Singh eluded his marker and sent a cross into the box. However, Devkrsna Sagar’s shot missed the mark.

The first half concluded with Bombay Gymkhana holding a 1-0 lead, cushioned by Vadgama’s goal.

The second half saw Soccer Saga come out with a fierce determination to find the equalizer. Within five minutes, they executed a beautiful attack that resulted in a goal, only to be ruled offside by a hair’s breadth. Nevertheless, this didn’t deter Soccer Saga from leveling the score.

The equalizer came courtesy of Allwyn Dsouza, who entered the game as a substitute. A sublime long free-kick from Chris Godve landed in the heart of the box, providing an easy tap-in for the unmarked number 11, Allwyn Dsouza.

Bombay Gymkhana was awarded a dangerous free-kick due to a handball incident. Anas Vadgama stepped up to take it but struck it directly into the defensive wall. The youthful side of Soccer Saga, continued their attacking momentum and the game tempo, till the final moments and posed a significant threat on the counter. However, they struggled to find the finishing touch for that winning goal.

In the end, both teams showcased their prowess in creating scoring opportunities and displayed excellent overall performances. Yet, their finishing let them down, resulting in a shared spoils.

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