Ratings: Sivasakthi's late goal fetches Bengaluru FC a point

Both goals in this ISL encounter came towards the end of the game.

NorthEast United and Bengaluru FC played out a 1-1 draw, as the Highlanders squandered their hard fought lead right at the death. Both sides did put in their best throughout the game, and it was overall a very sluggish and stale tie.

However, things intensified towards the end, as NorthEast won a penalty and took the lead, which was met by a late equaliser at the Kanteerava by the home team. 

Here are the ratings from the game. 

Bengaluru FC (By JN Balraj)

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu – 7.5

The custodian made four saves and stood strong under the sticks. Gurpreet registered a clearance to his name as well.

Naorem Roshan Singh – 6

Roshan conceded the penalty at the end and the same was converted by Nestor Albiach. The youngster made five clearances and four tackles in the game.

Aleksandar Jovanovic – N/A

Jovanovic was substituted after 10 minutes owing to an unfortunate injury.

Keziah Veendorp – 7.5

Keziah was strong at the back with three clearances, two interceptions and a block on the night. He won four duels and created a scoring chance as well.

Jessel Carneiro – 7

Jessel assisted the equaliser and played eight successful direct balls. He made a block and two clearances to fulfil his defensive duties. 

Suresh Singh – 6.5

Suresh completed 31 passes in the game with 91% accuracy. Effective distribution would be something to look at for the youngster. He attempted a shot as well.

Harsh Patre – 6

The midfielder was exposed at times, and took time to settle in. He won two aerial duels and made an interception.

Javi Hernandez – 8

The midfield maestro created five chances in the game. He attempted two shots and completed three dribbles as well.

Halicharan Narzary – 6.5

The winger played one key pass, attempted two crosses and completed a dribble. Defensively, he registered three interceptions.

Ryan Williams – 7.5

Ryan delivered a complete forward’s performance in the match. He registered two shots on target, created three chances and won a foul.

Sunil Chhetri – 6.5

Sunil supported Williams up front and tried to create space for him. The captain registered two shots and won four duels.

Substitutes

Shankar Sampingiraj – 7.5

Shankar replaced injured Jovanovic and filled the void with confidence thereafter. The defender made five clearances and registered one block and two tackles to his name.

Rohit Danu – 6.5

Danu came on for the last few minutes and was impactful. He made a block and won a foul for his side.

Sivasakthi Narayanan – 7.5

Siva scored the most important equaliser in the game through a cross from Jessel. 

Northeast United (By Keshava Verma)

Mirshad Michu – 6

Did better in comparison to his recent performances. Made a crucial 1v1 save in the second half, and made another significant error that could’ve led to a goal late into the game.

Buanthanglun Samte – 6.5

Did well in his first start for the Highlanders, and kept the left flank under control. His deliveries were also right on the money.

Asheer Akhtar – 6.5

Dealt with a number of long balls, and gave his 100% to secure a clean-sheet for his side but unfortunately, Bengaluru FC managed to grab the equaliser.

Michel Zabaco – 6.5

Looked sloppy on a few occasions, but was overall solid in the back. He helped in restricting the attacking danger of Bengaluru FC.

Dinesh Singh – 6

Wasn’t very involved in the attacking play, but was effective in the defensive end. Dinesh was once again disappointing with his passing and quick thinking.

Mohammed Ali Bemammer – 8

Was assigned with the role of containing Javi, and executed it to perfection. Dominated the spaces in midfield, and made some crucial interceptions.

Macarton Louis – 6.5

Was impressive yet again with his midfield work and expert passing. 

Phalguni Singh  – 6.5

Wasn’t very effective with his play, and missed some great passing opportunities that would have opened up the play.

Nestor Albiach – 7

Looked dull throughout the tie, but turned up when it mattered the most, as he scored the late penalty that gave his side the lead.

Romain Philippoteaux – 5.5

Looked sluggish and missed the creative arc in his play tonight.

Jithin MS – 6.5

Great with a few good plays at times, but wasn’t very sharp in the final third.

Substitutes

Huidrom Thoi Singh – 7

Made an unbelievable tackle that prevented a certain goal-scoring opportunity. Dribbled his way through the Bengaluru FC defence, and played the cross that led to NorthEast United winning the penalty.

Parthib Gogoi – 6.5

Looked lively after coming on, and won the penalty that led to his side’s goal.

Gani Nigam – 6.5

Helped the defence and switched plays brilliantly when needed to.

Becky Oram – 6

Was solid in the back, and provided the much needed support towards the final minutes.

Ibson Melo – N/A

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