Gokulam crash Arrows'' party, win 2-0

New Delhi, December 22 

Gokulam Kerala FC crashed Indian Arrows’ homecoming party, consigning them to a humbling 2-0 defeat as they returned to the National Capital for their I-League tie.

Gokulam came to the match with a simple strategy: press the Arrows’ midfield for space and play on the counter.  Arrows never looked in control, especially in the first half when the Kerala boys took the lead, courtesy a header from Daniel Addo off a corner in the 11th minute.

The pattern of play continued in the second half, with the visitors only keen to stifle the playing style of the Arrows. Stalin’s needless tackle on Santu Singh cost his team dear as Gokulam doubled its advantage. Syrian Khaled Alsaleh curled in the free kick that beat everyone including goalkeeper Dheeraj. — TNS

Vineeth’s stoppage time goal saves Kerala in ISL

Chennai: Kerala Blasters’ CK Vineeth’s strike in stoppage time helped his team cancel out a 87th minute penalty by Rene Mihelic and secure a 1-1 draw against Chennaiyin FC in an ISL match.  — PTI