East Bengal dominate NorthEast United ISL 2022-23: Following two successive losses to start the campaign, East Bengal FC pick up a crucial victory ahead of a high-voltage derby. The Red & Gold Brigade claimed their first victory after 11 matches with their last victory coming against FC Goa on 19 January 2021. East Bengal dominated NorhEast United as Cleiton, Kyriacou, and Jordan found the back of the net while Matt Derbyshire settled with a consolation for the highlanders. The Full-Time scoreline read 3-1 in favor of Kolkata Giants.
East Bengal vs NorthEast United ISL 2022-23
NorthEast United FC had the line share of position in the first few minutes but East Bengal had the best chances, going for direct counters. However, a defensive mistake by Irshad proved to be too costly as Naorem Mahesh snatched from to put Cleiton one v one against Arindam. The Brazilian made no mistake and slotted over the keeper’s right foot defeating him at the near post.
NorthEast United head coach Marco Balbul made two quick changes dropping Irshad and introducing Evans while Philippoteaux went off with an injury. The substitution eventually paid off brilliantly as Emil Benny’s attempt was fumbled by Kamaljit as Matt Derbyshire hit the post from close range.
NorthEast United were trailing going into the break however, their response at the start of the second half was shocking. East Bengal started attacking more with VP Suhair missing two golden chances to double the lead. Eventually, the winger laid the ball for Kyriacou who scored from outside the box.
Substitute Mobashir’s run at the heart of NorthEast United’s defense allowed Jordan to be one v one against Arindam. The Aussie was calm enough to slot past the keeper, securing a three-goal lead. Meanwhile, NorthEast United a consolation through Matt Derbyshire who scored from a corner by Emil Benny.
Both Kolkata Giants had a comprehensive victory over their opponents in the last match which eventually spiced up a mouth-watering Kolkata derby that will be held on 290 October 2022.
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