Defeat Punjab FC 6-5 on penalties after thrilling 3-3 draw in regulation time
Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) secured a semi-final spot in the 133rd IndianOil Durand Cup after a nail-biting penalty shootout victory over Punjab FC.
JAMSHEDPUR – Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) emerged victorious in a thrilling quarter-final match against Punjab FC at the Tata Steel Sports Complex stadium, prevailing 6-5 on sudden-death penalties.
The match concluded in regulation time with a score of 3-3, demonstrating the offensive prowess of both teams.
Punjab FC scored their first goal with a penalty kick from Luka Majcen.
Suhail Bhat and Manvir Singh scored for MBSG, allowing them to regain the lead.
Punjab FC regained the lead when Filip Mrzljak and Norberto Vidal struck consecutively.
In the 79th minute, Jason Cummings scored an equalizer for MBSG, which necessitated a penalty shootout.
The semi-finals were secured by MBSG after Thomas Aldred netted the decisive penalty.
During the shootout, MBSG goalkeeper Vishal Kaith made critical saves, preventing Punjab FC’s Novoselec and Denechandram Meetei from scoring.
The tournament’s competitive nature was underscored by the numerous lead changes that occurred during the match.
Throughout the contest, substitutes made significant contributions, and both teams exhibited resilience.
This victory maintains MBSG’s aspirations of successfully defending their Durand Cup title.
The high standard of football in the 133rd edition of the prestigious tournament was exemplified by the thrilling encounter.
Although Punjab FC made a valiant effort, the outcome was ultimately determined by the penalty shootout.
The match was transmitted live on Sony Sports Network and streamed on SonyLiv, capturing the excitement of fans nationwide.
