ISL 2021-22: Chennaiyin FC starts campaign with a win

Bambolim (Goa), Nov 23, : Chennaiyin FC won a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Hyderabad FC in Tuesdays 2021-22 Hero Indian Super League match (ISL) at the Athletic Stadium in Bambolim.

Hyderabad FC were left regretting their poor goalkeeping, especially in the first period.Hyderabad FC suffered a serious blow when Halicharan Nazarary was unable to continue his game in the first half.They were determined to make an impression.

Edu Garcia, an ex-ATK Mohun Bagan player, shot his shot in a hurry, but Bartholomew Ogbeche couldnt follow through.Chennaiyin FCs goalkeeper Vishal Kaith was the one who kept the former champions in the game.

He was born in Himachal Pradesh and was tested several times, but he came out unscathed.In fact, Hyderabad FC were actually a wasteful of the opportunities that the Chennaiyin defence offered them.

Ogbeche missed many opportunities, but substitute Nikhil Puojarys work rate close to the box only won him new admirers.Chennaiyin FC almost had a glimmer at hope when Mirlan Murzaev, a Kyrgyz player, scored late in the first period.

But his header was off-target after Reagan Singhs darting cross in.After the break, Chennaiyin FC maintained the momentum.Mirlan Murzaev, LallianzualaChhangte proved difficult to contain.

Chhangte had perhaps the best chance of winning the night when he beat Akash Misra on the run and cut in.He shot hard, but was tipped off by Kaith.Anirudh Thapa, Chennaiyin FCs new Captain, was then able to make it count for his side as he won a penalty when he was brought down inside the box by Hitesh Sharma.

Vlagyimir, an ex-AS Monaco man, stepped up and delivered a powerful shot that left goalkeeper Laxmikant Kathtimani with no chance.The match was over in 20 minutes.

Chennaiyin FC led against play, leaving Manolo Martez to make four changes at once.In the 77th minute, Joel Chianese and Javi Siverio were introduced.

Sahil Tavora and Rohit Danu, a young striker, were also introduced.Hyderabad, the defending champions, will be looking for answers before they face Mumbai City.

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