ISL 2022-23: Kerala Blasters makes a comeback to beat Chennaiyin FC 2-1 at home

Chennaiyin FC’s opening aim, quickly after the beginning, caught all people napping however there have been no additional surprises as Kerala Blasters recovered to attain a 2-1 win within the Indian Super League on the Nehru Stadium right here on Tuesday.

The victory helped the Blasters strengthen their third spot within the league ladder with 31 factors whereas Chennaiyin stayed within the eighth rung with 18.

Abdenasser El Khayati – the customer’s high goalscorer this season – gave Chennaiyin an surprising lead, choosing up a Peter Sliskovic go and scoring within the second minute earlier than any of the house boys may settle of their positions.

Eventually, the Blasters acquired a grip on the sport. They created loads of probabilities however their Greek ahead Dimitrios Diamantakos couldn’t utilise them effectively.

The Blasters dominated the match, advancing continuously by means of the left and one such transfer which concerned defender Jessel Carneiro, Sahal Samad and Adrian Luna noticed the latter discover the highest proper nook of the online with a surprising shot to stage the rating.

Just earlier than half-time, Chennaiyin’s Vincy Barretto’s shot was pushed over neatly by the Blasters goalkeeper Prabhsukhan Gill who was in positive nick this night whereas Nishu Kumar stored the Chennaiyin ahead Petar Sliskovic in test.

The Blasters took the lead shortly after the hour mark following a throw-in from the best after which Adrian Luna despatched a cross to Okay. P. Rahul who guided it residence from the left.

Chennaiyin made some determined makes an attempt in direction of the tip however the workforce needed to return disenchanted. The customer’s probabilities of getting into the six-team playoffs are actually virtually over.