The first half was largely dominated by midfield battles, with both teams struggling to create clear scoring chances. Defensive discipline from both sides kept the attackers quiet, and opportunities mainly came from set-pieces. Sreenidi’s David Castañeda and Hadi Idrissou both came close from corners, while Gokulam also threatened in similar situations but failed to convert.

Sreenidi Deccan started the second half with greater attacking intent and finally broke the deadlock in the 54th minute. Castañeda managed to work the ball inside the box despite being closely marked and squared it across the goalmouth, where Fabrice Kah reacted quickest to bundle the ball into the net.

The visitors nearly doubled their advantage soon after when Abhijith K. found space inside the penalty area, but his effort lacked power and was easily dealt with. Gokulam Kerala tried to respond but struggled to break through the organised Sreenidi defence.

Despite pushing forward in the closing stages, the home side failed to create any clear opportunities as Kamaljit Singh remained largely untested in goal.

Sreenidi Deccan eventually held on to their slender lead to claim an important victory, moving provisionally to the top of the table, while Gokulam Kerala were left searching for their first win of the season.

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Born and brought up in Kerala, Ubaid spent most of his teenage playing football. He made a break-in in 2011 playing for Viva Kerala and rose through the ranks collecting experience from all around.

Ubaid has kept the post for various clubs in the domestic circuit like FC Kerala, East Bengal, Gokulam Kerala FC. In his two year stint at Gokulam Kerala FC, he won the Durand cup and Hero I-League.

The new entrant Sreenidi FC were eyeing the goalkeeper for some time and, they got him on board this year. Playing for Sreenidi, Ubaid won the best goalkeeper award in the IFA Shield.

Talking to Footballcounter, Ubaid seems excited about this new journey and gearing up for this year’s Hero I-League. He cannot wait anymore to start and contribute to his team.

Excerpts:

Q: How would it feel like facing Gokulam Kerala FC after winning the title with them last year?

A: I spent two years with Gokulam. I learnt a lot over there and achieved also. But that is the past. Now, I am a part of Sreenidi FC, and I believe in giving 100 per cent to the team. I will do everything in my capacity to win with Sreenidi.

Q: Thoughts on the new team, management and the community of Sreenidi Deccan FC? 

A: The team management has a clear vision for the upcoming season. Being a new team, everyone is full of energy here. There is good communication within the unit. We are sure about performing well this season.

Q: Your ambitions this season?

A: IFA Shield was a confidence-boosting experience. I want to improve further and perform better in I-League and make myself proud and, the ultimate goal is to make my team win.

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