The Islanders came from behind after Jason Cummings gave the Mariners the lead late in the first half. Second-half strikes from Diaz, Bipin and Vojtas ensured that the Petr Kratky-coached side leveled the score against the home side in front of a packed crowd to conclude a historic 10th season of the ISL.
Mohun Bagan Super Giants had claimed the League Winners' Shield by defeating Mumbai City FC in their last league match and the Islanders turned the tables on Saturday.
In proceedings, similar to the ISL 2020-21 final when both the teams faced off in the summit clash, a similar hero emerged as Bipi Singh struck in the 81st minute to help his men avenge the defeat. Had to face defeat in the title decider at this very venue.In the first-ever ISL Grand Finale held in Kolkata, Mumbai City FC returned the happier of the two teams by winning their second ISL final, with both the teams coming up against the Mariners.
Both sides adopted a cautious approach in the opening half, focusing on holding their positions, playing to their strengths and not trying too hard for the opposition. However, Mohun Bagan Super Giant won the first match thanks to their attacking duo of Dimitrios Petratos and Cummings.
Petratos has not been afraid to test his luck from distance often in this campaign. As the opening essay of the game was coming to an end, he fired a shot that caught Mumbai City FC goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpaa off balance.The patron foiled the attempt; Cummings was like a fox in the box and he converted the chance in the 44th minute to ensure his side went into the break with the lead.
The Islanders naturally decided to change things up in the second half. New styles of play were adopted, including long balls to Alberto Noguera and his Argentinian striker Jorge Pereyra Diaz Eight minutes into the second half, Diaz's sharp attacking instincts were on display, calmly bringing the ball down, allowing him to be tackled by the huge Cath. Took it to and slotted it. The ball was put in the back of the net to level the score.
For a brief period of the game, it looked as if the game might go to extra time, but Diaz's unfortunate strike in the 72nd minute opened the way for a comeback for the visitors.As the striker was carried off the field, Slovak striker Vojtas took his place and was then the focal point of both the goals scored by Mumbai City FC. Bipin's one effort came through a very difficult effort, where Vikram Pratap Singh delivered a pass to Lallianzuala Changte on the edge of the box. Vojtas injured his leg in Goa attempting a chhangte, but amidst the congested conditions, Bipin struck the ball to give his team the lead in the game.
The Mariners tried their best to level the scores in extra time in the second half, but ultimately found too much space in their backline. Wojtu took advantage of one of those loose balls, gained control of the ball on the right side of the box and displayed impeccable skill to score his team's third goal of the night.
Mohun Bagan Super Giants had claimed the League Winners' Shield by defeating Mumbai City FC in their last league match and the Islanders turned the tables on Saturday.
In proceedings, similar to the ISL 2020-21 final when both the teams faced off in the summit clash, a similar hero emerged as Bipi Singh struck in the 81st minute to help his men avenge the defeat. Had to face defeat in the title decider at this very venue.In the first-ever ISL Grand Finale held in Kolkata, Mumbai City FC returned the happier of the two teams by winning their second ISL final, with both the teams coming up against the Mariners.
Both sides adopted a cautious approach in the opening half, focusing on holding their positions, playing to their strengths and not trying too hard for the opposition. However, Mohun Bagan Super Giant won the first match thanks to their attacking duo of Dimitrios Petratos and Cummings.
Petratos has not been afraid to test his luck from distance often in this campaign. As the opening essay of the game was coming to an end, he fired a shot that caught Mumbai City FC goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpaa off balance.The patron foiled the attempt; Cummings was like a fox in the box and he converted the chance in the 44th minute to ensure his side went into the break with the lead.
The Islanders naturally decided to change things up in the second half. New styles of play were adopted, including long balls to Alberto Noguera and his Argentinian striker Jorge Pereyra Diaz Eight minutes into the second half, Diaz's sharp attacking instincts were on display, calmly bringing the ball down, allowing him to be tackled by the huge Cath. Took it to and slotted it. The ball was put in the back of the net to level the score.
For a brief period of the game, it looked as if the game might go to extra time, but Diaz's unfortunate strike in the 72nd minute opened the way for a comeback for the visitors.As the striker was carried off the field, Slovak striker Vojtas took his place and was then the focal point of both the goals scored by Mumbai City FC. Bipin's one effort came through a very difficult effort, where Vikram Pratap Singh delivered a pass to Lallianzuala Changte on the edge of the box. Vojtas injured his leg in Goa attempting a chhangte, but amidst the congested conditions, Bipin struck the ball to give his team the lead in the game.
The Mariners tried their best to level the scores in extra time in the second half, but ultimately found too much space in their backline. Wojtu took advantage of one of those loose balls, gained control of the ball on the right side of the box and displayed impeccable skill to score his team's third goal of the night.
