In a thrilling showdown in Jamshedpur, the Mariners clinched their first Indian Super League (ISL) victory after conceding a goal in over nine months, reminiscent of their previous triumph against Kerala Blasters FC last season. The match showcased the rise of young talent, with Mohun Bagan Super Giant outplaying 10-man Jamshedpur FC in the 2023-24 ISL season.
Jamshedpur’s coach, Scott Cooper, introduced a promising addition to his squad by fielding 19-year-old Mohammed Sanan, who promptly made his mark by scoring in the sixth minute, becoming only the second teenager in ISL history to net a goal for Jamshedpur FC after Aniket Jadhav. However, their joy was short-lived, as the Mariners executed a well-rehearsed attacking move in the 29th minute, with Sahal Abdul Samad delivering a precise through-ball to Manvir Singh, setting up Armando Sadiku to equalize the score.
The turning point came when Mohun Bagan’s winger, Liston Colaco, unleashed a spectacular long-range strike in the 48th minute, catching the Jamshedpur defense off guard and securing the lead for the Mariners. The victory marked a significant milestone for the team in a riveting ISL encounter.
