Kochi: In a thrilling encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi, Kerala Blasters FC secured a dramatic 2-1 win over East Bengal FC in their 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) clash on Sunday. Backed by an electrifying home crowd, the Blasters staged a remarkable second-half comeback with goals from Noah Sadaoui and Kwame Peprah.
The game remained tight in the first half, with both teams creating significant chances. East Bengal’s Jesus Jimenez and Kerala’s Dimitrios Diamantakos came close to breaking the deadlock but were unable to find the net. The breakthrough came in the 59th minute when East Bengal took the lead through Vishnu Puthiya, who calmly finished after a smart pass from Diamantakos.
Kerala Blasters responded quickly with Noah Sadaoui equalizing in the 63rd minute after a solo run through the East Bengal defense. As the match appeared to be heading for a draw, Kwame Peprah capitalized on a defensive error in the 88th minute, slotting home the winner and sending the home fans into wild celebrations.
The result highlights Kerala Blasters’ resilience and fighting spirit as they continue their ISL campaign with momentum. In a high-stakes ISL encounter, Kerala Blasters FC demonstrated their resilience and determination, coming from behind to secure a thrilling 2-1 victory against East Bengal FC. The late-game heroics from Noah Sadaoui and Kwame Peprah, combined with unwavering support from their passionate home crowd, fueled the comeback and ensured all three points. This win not only strengthens Kerala Blasters’ position in the league but also serves as a testament to their ability to fight till the final whistle, delivering exciting football moments for fans both in the stadium and watching at home.
