Jamshedpur, April 5: In an exciting clash of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, Jamshedpur FC staged a remarkable comeback to draw 1-1 against Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG). Substitute Ritvik Kumar Das scored a stunning header in stoppage time to level the match.
The game took place at the JRD Tata Sports Complex on Saturday, where both teams ended up with 14 points after seven matches. Ritvik Kumar Das was named ‘Player of the Match.’
The match began at a fast pace, with Jamshedpur FC applying early pressure on their opponents. However, against the run of play, the visiting team struck first in the 15th minute. Subhasish Bose passed the ball to Liston Colaco outside the penalty area. Colaco unleashed a powerful shot that hit the underside of the crossbar and went into the net, giving the Mariners (Mohun Bagan) a 1-0 lead.
The home team responded vigorously, utilizing the speed of Vinci Barretto and Mohammad Sanan to launch attacks from the wings, but they struggled to convert their chances in the attacking third.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant came close to doubling their lead in the 35th minute when Liston Colaco set up Robson, whose shot narrowly missed the goal, just evading Jamie Maclaren, who was sliding in to make a save.
As the first half approached its end, physical confrontations intensified between the two teams. Alberto Rodriguez received a yellow card for a foul on Vinci Barretto. Jamshedpur FC continued to seek an equalizer in the second half, but they faced significant challenges in breaking through a solid defense.
The match featured several tense moments, including an injury to Lazar Sirkovic, prompting Owen Coyle to make substitutions. As the match neared its conclusion, both coaches made crucial changes. Mohun Bagan introduced Jason Cummings and Deepak Tangri to maintain their lead, while Jamshedpur FC adopted an aggressive approach by bringing on Ritvik Kumar Das in the 86th minute.
Ultimately, the struggle paid off. In the dying moments of injury time, in the 95th minute, Rafael Messi Bouli delivered a precise cross from the left flank. Ritvik Kumar Das, unmarked, executed a brilliant header past goalkeeper Vishal Kaith, securing a well-deserved equalizer for Jamshedpur FC.
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