With Matchweek 20 getting over in the Indian Super League 2023-24, the stage is set for an exciting fight to the finish with League Winners Shield and 6th spot still up for grabs.
Kerala Blasters FC put on a strong display that led to a 2-1 victory against East Bengal FC at the Salt Lake Stadium here in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on Saturday.
The Hero ISL is back to thrill fans at ten locations throughout the nation with 117 matches of high-octane football excitement.
Muhammed Aimen and Aritra Das scored for the winners who were dominant throughout the game.
In order to give the Blasters all three points, Mohammed Aimen scored twice (in the 28th and 90th minutes) while Muhammed Ajsal scored once (in the 55th minute).
Both clubs' reserve teams will face the academy sides of some of the top Premier League clubs in the international competition that will also see an academy side from South Africa as one of the participating teams.
Kerala Blasters' vision is to work towards the contribution of local players to the national squad. Apart from the Indian International players, the club has more local talents, which marks an important milestone in the growth and development of women's football in the State.
NorthEast United FC have 11 points from 13 games and are ninth on the table. They can still make it to the top four if they win all their remaining matches.
The contest was marred by injuries to key players from both teams as Jairo Rodriguez, Raphael Messi Bouli and Aridane Santana had to be substituted in the first half.
Melbourne City FC will now face LaLiga side Girona FC on July 27.
