Hernandez’s brace, Murray’s goal secure home victory for Men of Steel
Key Points:
• Jamshedpur FC defeats Mumbai City FC 3-2 in Indian Super League match
• Javi Hernandez scores twice, Jordan Murray nets one for the home team
• Imran Khan’s performance pivotal in Jamshedpur’s comeback victory
JAMSHEDPUR – Jamshedpur FC clinched a thrilling 3-2 victory against Mumbai City FC in an action-packed Indian Super League encounter at the JRD Tata Sports Complex.
The home team showcased their resilience with another comeback win.
Jordan Murray threatened early, coming close to scoring twice in the opening minutes.
However, Nikolaos Karelis stunned the hosts with a powerful strike in the 18th minute.
Albino Gomes kept Jamshedpur in the game with crucial saves.
Imran Khan’s Impact
Imran Khan’s tireless runs on the right flank shifted momentum in Jamshedpur’s favor.
His efforts led to the equalizer and subsequent lead for the home team.
Murray headed home Imran’s cross in the 36th minute to level the score.
Javi Hernandez’s Decisive Performance
Hernandez put Jamshedpur ahead with a clever free-kick just before halftime.
He doubled his tally in the 50th minute with a well-placed left-footed shot.
"The team showed great character to come back and secure this win," Hernandez remarked post-match.
Mumbai’s Late Push
Yoell Van Nieff scored a long-range strike for Mumbai in the 77th minute.
Despite this, Jamshedpur maintained control in the closing stages.
A crowd of nearly 20,000 fans witnessed the thrilling encounter.
Looking Ahead
Jamshedpur FC will face Odisha FC in their next match on September 28th.
The win boosts their confidence as they aim to build on their strong start.
Coach Scott Cooper praised the team’s fighting spirit, stating, "This victory showcases our potential for the season."
