Bengaluru, October 10 (Daily Kiran) : Bengaluru FC launched their Indian Super League 2026-27 campaign with an exhilarating 3-2 victory against Sporting Club Delhi on Saturday. The match, held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, featured a dramatic winning goal from defender Meano Koch in the 89th minute.
Bengaluru FC started aggressively, employing high pressing tactics that put pressure on SC Delhi’s defense. Their efforts bore fruit in the 22nd minute when debutant Borja Martinez struck the opening goal with a left-footed shot from outside the box, assisted by Ryan Williams. The ball found the bottom left corner of the net.
SC Delhi responded swiftly, ensuring they did not lose momentum after conceding. Young midfielder Hnamate played a crucial role in leveling the score, creating an opportunity for Rodriguinho, who finished from close range with his right foot in the 26th minute. This goal showcased the forward’s impressive scoring form, bringing SC Delhi back on equal terms.
The visitors took the lead in the 32nd minute when Juan Pena made a rapid entry into the box, delivering a dangerous cross that was inadvertently deflected into the net by Bengaluru’s Meano Koch, giving SC Delhi a 2-1 advantage at halftime.
Bengaluru FC found success in the 75th minute when Martinez netted his second goal of the evening. The Spanish player executed another brilliant left-footed finish from the left side of the box, with assistance from Mihailo Perovic, leveling the score at 2-2.
Fueled by their equalizer, Bengaluru FC continued to press for the win. The introduction of young midfielder Soham Varshney proved impactful, as he injected new energy into the attack and created further opportunities for the home side. The decisive moment of the match came in the 89th minute when Varshney delivered a cross into the box, allowing Koch to head the ball into the net, completing a remarkable comeback.
This goal marked a redemption for Koch, who had earlier scored an own goal. Bengaluru FC’s relentless pursuit of victory paid off, securing all three points in a thrilling opening match of the season.
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