ISL 2023-24: Top stats from FC Goa vs NorthEast United FC game

This ISL clash also remained witness to an own goal.

In a crucial clash for ISL playoff contention, NorthEast United FC secured a significant away victory against FC Goa, bolstering their position in the race for the playoffs. Despite FC Goa enjoying the lion’s share of possession at home, nearly 60%, they struggled to break down the resolute defense of the Highlanders. The match showcased a tactical battle between FC Goa’s traditional build-up approach and NorthEast United FC’s reliance on swift counter-attacks.

The defining moment came in the 68th minute when FC Goa’s Seriton Fernandes conceded a penalty, presenting NorthEast United FC with a golden opportunity. Star striker Tomi Juric confidently converted from the spot just a minute later, putting the visitors in the lead. The momentum shifted further in NorthEast United FC’s favour when FC Goa suffered an own goal in the 80th minute, courtesy of Odei Onaindia, doubling the visitors’ lead and putting them in a commanding position.

The victory propels NorthEast United FC to the sixth position in the ISL standings, enhancing their prospects for a coveted playoff spot with just six games remaining in the season. Meanwhile, FC Goa’s defeat sees them slip to the fourth position, level on points with Mumbai City FC but behind on goal difference, highlighting the tight competition in the upper echelons of the table.

Let us now take a look at the important statistics from the FC Goa vs NorthEast United FC game.

Most successful dribbles: Boris Singh (4), Mohammed Ali Bemammer (3) and Brandon Fernandes (3)

Yellow cards: Jithin MS (1), Asheer Akhtar (1), Redeem Tlang (1), Macarton Louis Nickson (1) and Borja Herrera (1)

Most shots attempted: Jay Gupta (5), Carl McHugh (5), Tomi Juric (4) and Carlos Martinez (4)

Saves by goalkeepers: Mirshad Michu (4) and Arshdeep Singh (0)

Records created: FC Goa registered their second loss of the ISL campaign. NorthEast United’s first away win after 24 games with their last away win coming 1,568 days ago against Hyderabad FC in 2019.

Most xG registered: Tomi Juric (0.93), Carl McHugh (0.38) and Jay Gupta (0.32)

Most xA registered: Brandon Fernandes (0.24), Borja Herrera (0.20) and Redeem Tlang (0.12)

Top three players: Tomi Juric (1 goal), Mirshad Michu (4 saves) and Jithin MS (created havoc for the FC Goa defence).

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