In a thrilling start to the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season, Jamshedpur FC pulled off a remarkable comeback victory against FC Goa at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa on Tuesday. The Men of Steel, trailing 1-0 until the 74th minute, rallied to secure a 2-1 win with goals from Javier Siverio and Jordan Murray.
Goalkeeper’s Heroics Keep Jamshedpur in the Game
Jamshedpur FC’s goalkeeper Albino Gomes played a crucial role in keeping his team competitive during the early stages of the match. FC Goa’s Armando Sadiku and Carl McHugh tested Gomes with long-range efforts in both halves, but the tall custodian used his frame to his advantage, making several key saves to keep the scoreline intact.
FC Goa Breaks the Deadlock
Despite Gomes’ efforts, FC Goa managed to find the breakthrough just before halftime. In the dying seconds of the first half, midfielder Rowllin Borges drove the ball forward and made a simple pass to striker Armando Sadiku. The Albanian international seized the opportunity, thundering the ball past Gomes to give FC Goa a 1-0 lead heading into the break.
Jamshedpur FC’s Second-Half Resurgence
As the game entered its final 30 minutes, Jamshedpur FC increased their intensity and began to press for an equalizer. Their efforts paid off in the 74th minute when Javier Siverio earned a penalty after being fouled by FC Goa’s Onei Onaindia inside the 18-yard box. Siverio stepped up to take the spot-kick himself, calmly slotting it home to level the score at 1-1.
Murray’s Last-Gasp Winner
Rather than settling for a draw, Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil pushed his team forward in search of a winner. The aggressive approach paid dividends in stoppage time when midfielder Mobashir Rahman delivered a perfectly weighted lob to Jordan Murray on the left flank.
Murray, showcasing excellent control, took the ball down with a deft first touch and cut inside, moving just outside the box. Instead of looking for a pass, the Australian striker trusted his instincts and unleashed a powerful shot aimed at the near post. The ball took a slight deflection off the woodwork before nestling in the back of the net, sending the Jamshedpur FC bench into raptures.
Praise for Gomes’ Performance
While Siverio and Murray will rightfully grab the headlines for their goals, goalkeeper Albino Gomes’ performance deserves special mention. The custodian made four crucial saves and one clearance to keep the dangerous Armando Sadiku at bay throughout the match. His composure during challenging sequences of play was instrumental in laying the foundation for Jamshedpur FC’s comeback.
Looking Ahead
Both teams will have little time to dwell on this result as they prepare for their next fixtures. FC Goa will look to bounce back when they face Mohammedan SC on September 21, while Jamshedpur FC will aim to build on this momentum as they take on Mumbai City FC on the same day.
Final Score:
Jamshedpur FC – 2 Javier Siverio (74′ pen), Jordan Murray (90+3′)
FC Goa – 1 Armando Sadiku (45+3′)
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