Indian Super League (ISL) club NorthEast United FC gets away with an impressive 0-2 win against Bodoland FC in the all-Assam derby. Both teams showed absolute determination throughout the match. However, NorthEast United managed to get the best of Bodoland FC in a striking display.
NorthEast United, who reached the semi-finals in the previous Durand Cup got a good start against Bodoland FC who are making their second straight appearance in the tournament. They enjoyed the benefit of enthusiastic local support and could cause more problems for opposition further into the competition.
Bodoland FC vs NorthEast United Highlights, Durand Cup 2024: BFC 0-2 NEUFC at Full Time!
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Full-time statistics: Bodoland and NorthEast managed their 46%-54% possession. Bodoland managed to get 15 shots in total with 1 on target, while NorthEast managed to get 12 shots in total with 8 on target. The stats may tell the story that the match was a balanced act but NEUFC definitely showed an impressive display and dominated the attacks.
90+7' Bodoland wins a free-kick in this dying moment, they take the shot, trying to put it directly into the net but goes flying past above the goalpost and with that referee signals the end of the game.
90+5' Bodoland with probably their last chance of the match but even with a teammate inside, he decides to take the shot inside the net which goes awry.
90+2' Another goal for NorthEast. An unmarked Ankith comes inside the box with a beautiful pass from Phalguni from the left side and curls it over the gk's head inside the net.
90' NorthEast slowing down the game and Bodoland finding a few more chances and wasting them as well in the meantime. Whereas, referee signals 7 minutes of additional time.
88' (15) Macarton Louis comes in for captain (6) Bemammer who leaves the captain's armband for Asheer Akhtar.
86' Bemammer came in to play the rest of the game but he's down again and it seems he won't be able to continue anymore.
84' (17) Brahma in for (15) Dwimary out
(14) Sanyasi in for (8) Momocha Singh out for Bodoland.
82' Bemammer seems to be down with some problem as we try to understand what happened to him.
80' NorthEast with the possession with Bodoland finding it hard to take the ball off their feet in the midfield.
78' Substitutions doing well with Phalguni and Thoi trying to cut inside the box but defenders manage to keep them out.
76' (19) Thoi Singh in for (11) Gogoi out
(26) Phalguni in for (10) Nestor out for NEUFC.
72' BFC's Mitinga missing another chance to score for his side literally by inches with the ball moving just past the sidebar.
70' NEUFC are deep inside their own half but moving slow cautious not to make any mistake and trying slowly to move ahead.
68' NEUFC slowing down the game to get the perfect moment to get inside the box with the game entirely happening near BFC box.
66' BFC's Mbenda with all the time in the world and space inside the box gets probably the best chance in the game so far for them misses the goal with a ball flying way above the post.
64' NorthEast's Gogoi does well to go inside but Bodoland defenders clear it away well.
62' (7) Jigyas in for (27) Arjin out for Bodoland.
(77) Buanthanglun Samte in for (9) Guillermo out for NorthEast United.
60' Some more substitutions happened for both sides. We will keep you updated. In the meantime Bodoland are doing pretty well inside opposition's box.
58' It seems Jithin's injury could be causing him more problems than he initially thought. He lied down and got started limping as he stood up. So he comes off and (16) Ankith P comes in.
56' Both teams collecting themselves to keep up the attack.
54' Jithin seems to have picked up a knock and limps off the ground to the sidelines, but he is deemed okay enough to continue the play which is lucky for NorthEast.
52' Bodoland on some consecutive attacks creating danger and getting a header in but not inside the net.
50' Bodoland on the attack now as they try to get a ball inside but failing to do so with NorthEast defenders doing a tremendous job.
48' NorthEast beginning this half with another flurry of attacks again and finally scoring a gaol, courtesy of Jithin KS who achieves the feat with a beautiful shot after cutting a BFC defender.
45' Second half begins with Bodoland kicking it off.
Players are back on the ground to kickstart the second half.
Half-time statistics: Both teams are determined enough and the stats show that as well. Bodoland with 46%, while NorthEast with 54% possession. Bodoland managed to get 6 shots in total with 0 on target. Whereas, NorthEast managed to get 4 in total with 1 on target.
The first half concludes with the scoreline still reading 0-0 at the end of it.
NorthEast United have strengthened their squad with significant Indian and international signings while retaining key players from last season. Parthib Gogoi, a standout in the last Durand Cup, is expected to be a crucial player this season.
Head Coach Juan Pedro Benali noted, "The Durand Cup offers our players a valuable chance to compete. It's a prestigious tournament, and our fans motivate us to perform at our best. We are committed to delivering positive results to keep them satisfied."
Despite being seen as underdogs, Bodoland FC has the potential to create surprises in Group E. Head Coach Khlain Pyrkhat Syiemlieh said, "Facing a top team like NorthEast United is a significant challenge, but we are well-prepared and aiming for a positive result. This match is crucial for the entire BTR region, and we believe our supporters will inspire us to excel."