Kochi, April 18: Kerala Blasters produced a commanding first-half display to defeat Jamshedpur FC 2-0 in their Indian Super League match here on Saturday.
Goals from Nihal Sudheesh (12th) and substitute Vibin Mohanan (36th) ensured all three points for the hosts, who were resolute at the back with goalkeeper Arsh Shaikh delivering a standout performance to preserve a clean sheet.Nihal Sudheesh was adjudged the Player of the Match.
The match began at a lively tempo, with both sides looking to impose themselves in midfield. Kerala Blasters showed early intent through Karim Benarif and Kevin Yoke, while Jamshedpur responded with measured build-up play, making for an evenly contested opening phase.
The breakthrough arrived in the 12th minute through a well-crafted attacking move. Kevin picked out Benarif on the left, who drove forward before beating his marker and delivering an inviting cross into the box. (PTI)
