Somaiya FC and Iron Born FC fight it out in a 4 – goal thriller
Iron Born held off table toppers Somaiya FC to a 2-2 draw to keep their playoff chances still in their hands in group B of MFA Super League
The match started off with aggression from both the sides. The first notable occurred when, Iron Born’s jersey no.10 sought out on a mission to score a goal as he received a brilliant pass inside the box, positioned himself comfortably and attempted a well-planned goal but the vigilant keeper of Somaiya thwarted this well-created attempt.
Somaiya launched an attack as well, where 17 and 24 combined together to create a chance for their team, 17 dribbled past the defenders of Iron Born beating them and passed on the ball to 24 creating a promising opportunity in the left wing but the offside call nullified the attempts.
Iron born shifted the momentum towards themselves, when jersey no. 10 received a well-timed pass inside the box, and dribbled it past the defenders, unleashing a powerful shot into the top right corner of the nets beating the goalkeeper, thereby securing the first goal for his team and giving them a lead of 1-0.
Jersey no. 7 then created another chance as he dribbled past the defenders of Somaiya and looked on to pass the ball to someone as he wasn’t positioned well enough to score a goal, finding no one he attempted a shot but missed the target. Somaiya got a free kick where no. 18 took the shot and kicked it on the target only for the keeper to collect it easily. With this the first half concluded as Iron Born maintained a lead of 1-0.
As the second half commenced, Somaiya’s 17 created a brilliant opportunity as he strategically positioned himself in the box, received a pass, and unleashed a powerful and precise shot in the top left corner of the nets, beating the keeper and scoring a goal to equalize the scores 1-1 and relived the pressure off his team.
At the other end, Iron Born’s no. 10 continued to pose the threat, as he dribbled past Somaiya defence, but the keeper thwarted his efforts.
Somaiya then took the lead in the match for the first time when on a counter, jersey no. 7 dribbled past the scattered defense of Iron born, keeper came forward to collect the ball and stop the goal but timely pass to Jersey no. 17sees the latter shoot it into the nets.
However in the final phase of the game, Jersey no. 10 from Iron born once again proved his resilience, as he received a pass, outmaneuvered the defender who tried to stop him and unleashed a goal, equalizing the scores once again. Somaiya created another great chance as they earned a corner and 8’s header was set on the target, seemingly destined for nets but the keeper made an exceptional save, keeping the match equal.
The match concluded in a 2-2 draw as both the teams displayed commendable skills and fight. The results keeps Group B qualification open. While Somaiya F has secured its place, KSA Juniors and Iron Born will fight it out in their final group fixture.
– As reported by Anas Mujawar
Click here – For fixture, results and schedule of MFA Super League
Also Read: Mumbai beat Pune 3-1 to reach WIFA Inter-District final after 5 years
Also Read: Mumbai Squad ready to conquer in WIFA Inter-District Championship
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for all the latest happenings in the world of Indian Football.
RFDL’s National Championship Preview: A Heated Battle as Football’s Brightest Stars Vie for Title Win in the Final Four Showdown
The National Championship of the elite U-21 youth tournament, the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) begins on May 14, Tuesday, with four teams, i.e. defending champions Bengaluru FC, Muthoot FA, East Bengal…
RFDL is the ultimate scouting platform – Thangboi Singto, Hyderabad FC Head Coach
Hyderabad FC head coach, Thangboi Singto, hailed the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) as the premier scouting ground for budding football players in India. As the 2023-24 season’s National Championship…
Punjab FC, East Bengal FC to lock horns in Reliance Foundation Development League 2023 – 24 final after emerging triumphant in semis
Bengaluru FC and Muthoot FA to fight out in the third-place playoff Mumbai, May 14: Punjab FC and East Bengal FC qualified for the final of the Reliance Foundation Development League…
Big brother, wonderful human being, the GOAT: Chhetri an inspiration to teammates
BHUBANESWAR: As the Indian senior men’s team gathered in the Kalinga Stadium gym for their session on Thursday morning, there was a hush in the room. Less than an hour ago,…
Sunil Chhetri: A glorious international career at a glance
Born: August 3, 1984 Debut on June 12, 2005: vs Pakistan (Quetta) Matches played: 150 (captain in 87 matches) Goals scored: 94 (Top goalscorer for India) Trophies Won– Achievements– Awards– Also Read: Big brother, wonderful…
Chembur United-Jupiter FC and GKW Ranger Ease Past in their Outing in MFA First Division
In an exhilarating showdown in the MFA First Division, Chembur United-Jupiter FC cruised past Companeroes SC with a comprehensive 4-0 victory, while GKW Rangers edged out MH Oranje FC with…
A beautiful dream will come to an end on June 6, says Sunil Chhetri
BHUBANESWAR: The journey that began in 2006 in the faraway city of Quetta in Pakistan, will finally come to an end in Kolkata on June 6, 2024, after an eventful 19…
RF Youth Sports / Reliance Developmental League
Punjab FC crowned RFDL 2023-24 Champions after beating East Bengal FC in final
Punjab FC players deserve the entire credit for helping us win the Reliance Foundation Development League 2023-24 season unbeaten: Coach Sankarlal Chakraborty Punjab FC became the Reliance Foundation Development League…
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…