Kalyani, (WB), Apr 6 (Football News) Mohammedan SC saw off a strong challenge from Rajasthan United FC to emerge 2–1 winners in the I-League here on Wednesday.
Two first half goals, courtesy Azharuddin Malick (16th) and Nikola Stojanovic (40th) set Mohammedan SC on their way. A stunning free kick from Julian Omar Ramos (70th) in the second half set up a nervy final showdown, but Mohammedan SC held their nerve to see out the game and reclaim the top spot in the league.
In Naihati, RoundGlass Punjab FC recorded their second successive victory as they defeated Indian Arrows 3-1.
In the day's third match, Kingslee Fernandes (90th) netted the winning goal for Churchill Brothers FC Goa in the dying moments as the Goans edged past Real Kashmir FC 1-0 to record their fourth victory of the season.
With this, RoundGlass have moved to the fourth spot on the table. They are now on par with Sreenidi Deccan FC with one game in hand.
Kurtis Guthrie (51st), Maheson Singh Tongbram (54th) and Rupert Nongrum (86th) were on target for RoundGlass while the Indian Arrows saw the margin of defeat reduced through a Jaspreet Singh own goal (90+7).
RoundGlass Punjab FC made a strong start to the game, pressing high and looking to generate chances right away. The Indian Arrows' youngsters dug deep as they planned to counterattack their opponents.
Kurtis Guthrie attempted a header in the 12th minute after Shankar Sampingiraj set him up with a corner kick, but his shot went over the bar.
Joseba Beita's free kick in the 16th minute gave them another chance, but the Spanish playmaker's cross ended up in no man's land. Guthrie attempted another shot in the 20th minute but failed in putting it past Indian Arrows goalie Syed Zahid Hussain Bukhari.
Indian Arrows were handed a blow in the 32nd minute when Velanco Rodrigues replaced an injured Suhail Ahmad Bhat, who was lifted off the ground following a collision with an opposition player.
RoundGlass' best chance of the first half came in the 36th minute when Maheson Singh Tongbram's spectacular effort was palmed away by Zahid. Three minutes later, Zahid denied his rivals once again by blocking Guthrie's attempt.
Three extra minutes were added at the end of the first half's regulation time, but nothing transpired.
However, the Punjab outfit struck thrice after the change of ends to ensure full points from the match.
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News Source : PTI
