Mumbai City took the lead in the 21st minute when Steiner rose highest to head home from a corner and give his side the breakthrough. Waves looked to respond quickly and created a few good chances of their own, but Sunny and Nihaal were unable to convert their opportunities. The first half ended with Mumbai City holding a narrow 1-0 advantage.

Waves came out stronger in the second half and pushed forward in search of the equaliser. Substitute Mohit made an impact on the left wing, delivering several dangerous crosses into the box, but the finishing touch was missing as no attacker managed to connect.

At the other end, Mumbai City’s defence remained composed under pressure. Steiner and Parth stood strong at the heart of the backline, while the goalkeeper produced an assured performance to keep Waves at bay.

Their defensive resilience was rewarded late in the game when Reagan sealed the victory in the 90+5 minute with a brilliant finish around the keeper, confirming a 2-0 win and securing all three points for Mumbai City FC.

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The match proved to be an evenly fought battle from start to finish. Both teams showed strong intent in attack and remained disciplined in defence, but neither could find the decisive breakthrough.

Waves FC had their best chances through Sunny and Shubham, who both came close to opening the scoring. However, crucial misses in front of goal denied them the advantage. The DK Pharma goalkeeper stood tall between the posts, producing important saves to keep Waves at bay and maintain the clean sheet.

At the other end, DK Pharma also created promising opportunities but lacked the final touch needed to trouble the scoreboard. The defensive units of both teams stayed organised, cancelling each other out in key moments.

In the end, the contest finished 0-0, with both sides settling for a point each. The draw takes Waves FC to 8 points from 7 matches with two fixtures remaining, while DK Flag Foundation move to 10 points from 8 games, with just one group match left to play.

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Oranje FC have been unbeaten so far this season and will make sure to keep it that way against an underrated opponent who are made for times like this and to cause a stop to big teams.

The first half was equally contested with both teams putting up to the test to match each other. Both teams had their equal share of opportunities to go in front but didn’t make the most out of it.

Chrispin looked good on the ball for Oranje as he was twisting and turning well on the attack and got his reward in the 38th minute with a brilliant shot from outside the box in to the top corner that left the ways keeper helpless to take Oranje in front at the end of half time.

The second half was crucial for Waves FC as they looked to get the equaliser as quickly as possible to get back in to the game. The Oranje FC keeper was good with his distribution so far in the match and kept changing the game from the back.

Until the 72nd minute, Waves created some crucial chances and caused the Oranje defence some problems but in the 73rd minute with a miss pass from the Oranje keeper Aaryan and passed the ball straight to Sanchit who went on to power the ball in to the open net to get the equaliser for Waves FC and get them right back into the game.

With the score equalled, Oranje had to regroup and find the winner in the next 13 minutes plus added time to keep their winning form intact. But who could get the equaliser and it wasn’t from the starting 11 but the player who was brought on in the second half, Mohd. Khatib who went on to seal the winner in the 85th minute after the initial shot was saved by the Waves keeper but he didn’t miss the target and closed the game for Oranje FC and once again take away all 3 points.

This win for Oranje FC means they remain unbeaten and a goal conceded today makes it just their 2nd goal conceded this season while Waves FC would’ve wanted to atleast get a point from this fixture after their equaliser but things didn’t go their way and will have to regroup and go again in their next match against DK Flag Foundation.

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In the first half it was hard to tell who would get the first breakthrough as both the teams had equal number of opportunities. Waves looked pretty good in the defence with Santosh Koli at the heart of it and pushing everyone to their potential. In the 35th minute Trushan got the crucial breakthrough for Wavea FC and put them 1-0 ahead at the end of the first half.

Bombay Gymkhana entered the second half with the sole intention of getting the equaliser as soon as possible. Waves had a bunch of good opportunities to extend their lead but didn’t take it with both hands which proved costly for them as Bombay Gymkhana after being patient and putting pressure on the second half got their equaliser with a brilliant header from Amar in to the back of the net in the 84th minute and snatching a point out of this fixture as the match ended 1-1 with points shared.

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Hope United took early control in the first half with the ball possession and passing. Waves FC were sitting back but were waiting for the right opportunity to break and the did just that as they found the net through Rohan Bhandari in the 23rd minute that put them in front. Hope United needed to get back in to the game after receiving an early wake up call but in the mean time Waves FC had picked up good momentum and went on to get their second one with a banger of a goal by Nihaal just 5 mins after the first which made it 2-0 at half time.

Hope United had the better of the first half with more dangerous attacks and better shots on target and even more crucial chances but they failed to convert them. Santosh Koli controlled the defence well and they stood strong against a strong attacking team in the form of Hope. In the 90+10 minute Meher got one back for Hope but it was a little to late to think of a comeback.

Waves went on to get their first win of the season with a brilliant fighting spirit from their team against a tough opponent and this means Hope United go two games without a win and need to work on their mistakes and come back stronger.

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After a challenging start to the season, the Rangers delivered a masterclass in attacking football to overcome Waves FC with a convincing 4-0 scoreline.

The victory was defined by a clinical first-half performance and a late flourish from Craig Dsouza.

The fixture carried immense weight for both sides, as both had entered the pitch searching for their first points of the new season. Newly promoted Waves FC had previously fallen to the defending champions, India On Track, in a spirited season opener, while Kalina Rangers were eager to bounce back from a heavy defeat against Reliance Foundation Young Champs.

From the opening whistle at the Neville D’Souza Ground, Kalina Rangers appeared the more composed and dominant side. Much of this control was attributed to Tyson Patel, who excelled in his new role, anchoring the midfield with flawless positioning and providing line-breaking passes that kept Waves FC on the back foot.

The breakthrough for the Rangers arrived as early as the 6th minute through a perfectly executed corner routine. Craig Dsouza took a short corner before delivering a precise, outswinging cross into the heart of the penalty area. Muhammad Shameen rose highest, connecting with a towering header that left the Waves goalkeeper with no chance and gave Kalina the early advantage.

The pressure didn’t subside, and in the 32nd minute, Shoaib Baig reflected his individual brilliance. After driving solo through the defensive line, Baig found space at the edge of the box and unleashed a low, driven shot into the bottom left corner, ensuring Kalina went into the halftime break with a comfortable 2-0 cushion.

Waves FC emerged for the second half with renewed intent, looking to claw their way back into the contest. Kunal Mangela was a standout for the newcomers, putting in a shift of tireless defensive work to thwart further attacks, while Alex Erangle worked tirelessly on the wings to provide service into the final third.

Waves created their best opportunity when Trushan Nagi sent a dangerous low square pass across the six-yard box, but Sujal Patil was unable to convert the sitter, a miss that ultimately proved costly.

As the match entered its final stages, Kalina Rangers completely took the game away from their opponents. In the 90th minute, Shoaib Baig once again turned provider, darting down the wing and squaring a perfect pass for Craig Dsouza to tap in at the far post. Craig wasn’t finished, however, and just two minutes later, he produced the goal of the game. Picking up the ball nearly 25 yards out, he unleashed a thunderous rocket that flew into the bottom corner.

While Kalina Rangers CFF celebrate a vital three points to kickstart their climb up the MPL table, Waves FC will head back to the drawing board as they search for their first points in the top flight.

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Hailing from Madh Island, a region with a deep-rooted football culture dating back to 1961, Waves FC was founded in 2020 with a powerful mission—to unite the island’s vast talent pool and give it a sole representative in the competitive Mumbai football scene.

In a remarkable feat of club football, Waves FC has achieved an unprecedented five consecutive promotions, rocketing from the 5th tier to the very top of Mumbai football. This incredible journey is a about the passion for the game of a team primarily composed of players from Madh Island itself.

The club’s rise has been swift and stunning:

MFA 3rd Division: Secured promotion with a 3rd place finish.
MFA 2nd Division: Crowned champions.
MFA 1st Division: Achieved yet another promotion.
Mumbai Super League: Finished as runners-up, Promoted to the Elite Tier.

This rapid ascent is one of the most successful narratives in the history of the Mumbai Football Association (MFA) leagues.

The backbone of this inspiring project is its founding leadership. The club was established by co-founders and owners, Chandal Koli and Murgesh Nadar.

Their vision was translated into success on the pitch by Head Coach Santosh Koli, a former Santosh Trophy player who holds an AFC B-License. Under his guidance, the team not only won matches but also captured the spirit of the community they represent.

Waves FC is not stopping here. The club’s ambitious goal for the next 5-10 years is twofold: to win the Mumbai Premier League championship and earn promotion to the national stage of the I-League.

Crucially, the club is committed to nurturing homegrown talent, striving to create potential football players who can represent both the state and the nation, thereby giving back to the community that fuels their success.

This exceptional journey has been recognized and documented by Football Counter. The first part of their documentary, detailing the football culture of Madh Island and the founding of Waves FC, has been officially published. You can find this inspiring story on the Football Counter YouTube channel.

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