ISL Match 57 Review: Chennayin FC’s Goncalves’ brace sinks bottom placed Odisha FC

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Chennaiyin FC secures a 2-1 victory over Odisha FC in Indian Super League (ISL) on Wednesday at GMC Stadium.

Chennaiyin FC achieves three points in ISL

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Chennaiyin FC dominated the opening quarter of the game keeping the possession of the ball and passing well.

The team has faced  a problem all season that the forwards have been unable to finish chances.

Esmael Goncalves had received a good pass from Fatkhulo Fatkhulloev on the right flank. He moved the ball forward with pace and entered the box.

Though he was in a good position to score but his shot went well above the crossbar, missing out on a chance.

A long ball was played towards Esmael Goncalves and Odisha’s Gaurav Bora attempted to intercept it but his touch was weak resulting Esmael to capitalise the rebound and made a great run forward.

In a one-on-one situation with Odisha goalkeeper Arshdeep Singh, his shot found the back of the net to secure the breakthrough goal.

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It was in the 20th minute, Gaurav Bora brought down Chennaiyin midfielder Anirudh Thapa inside the box and the referee pulled back for a penalty kick.

Esmael Goncalves doubles the lead for Chennaiyin FC

Esmael Goncalves scored a brace in just six minutes difference. He made a slow run towards the ball, took a short pause and wrongfooted goalkeeper Arshdeep Singh to register the insurance goal.

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