Striker Roy Krishna’s dramatic last minute winner helped ATK Mohun Bagan snatch 1-0 win over Odisha FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Fatorda Stadium on Thursday. The win helps Bagan maintain their perfect start to the season and they sit at the top of the table with three wins in as many matches.
Bagan are also yet to concede a goal this season.
In a match that featured few scoring chances for both sides, Mohun Bagan’s goal came after Odisha failed to succesfully clear a free kick from near the halfway line in the fifth minute of injury time. Centre back Sandesh Jhingan got to the ball first and was allowed to head it into the box after which Krishna got past his marker and sent the ball into the back of the net, sparking wild celebrations.
Odisha wrestled control of the match after the first 20 minutes in which Mohun Bagan dominated possession. There were only five shots on targets from both sides throughout the match and as many as 29 fouls. Bagan were more efficient with their chances. However, with all their shots going towards goal while Odisha could keep only two out of six shots on target.