Durand Cup 2022 Live Commentary: Mohammedan SC vs Kerala Blasters

5:30 PM: Hello everyone and welcome to Khel Now’s LIVE COVERAGE of the Mohammedan SC vs Kerala Blasters match in Durand Cup 2022. The kick-off is just half an hour away! I’m your host Aishwarya Chakraborty, and I’ll be keeping you company through what promises a fascinating evening of football. Please wait for 30 Seconds for the Live blog to load.

Mohammedan SC vs Kerala Blasters: Build-up

The quarter-final clash between Mohammedan SC and Kerala Blasters will be the maiden match between two of the most supported clubs in the country. Topping its group following an unbeaten run in a group consisting of a first-team Bengaluru FC, Mohammedan will start the game as clear favourites. On the other hand, despite fielding its reserve side, Kerala Blasters have put on a spirited performance in the tournament with only a single defeat to their name so far.

Mohammedan SC would be eager to reach consecutive Durand Cup finals. They finished as the runners-up last year after losing to FC Goa in the summit clash. With skipper Marcus Joseph, Faslurahman Methukayil, and Pritam Singh showing scintillating form throughout, Mohammedan SC will be clear favourites.

Mohammedan SC vs Kerala Blasters Preview: Read here

With a strong home advantage backed by vocal supporters at the Salt Lake Stadium, the Black Panthers would like to take advantage of a relatively less experienced Kerala Blasters.

The run of Kerala Blasters FC in the Durand Cup 2022 is nothing short of a fairy tale. Despite fielding their reserve side under the stewardship of U-18 coach Tomasz Tchorz, Kerala Blasters qualified for the quarter-finals without much difficulty. The youngsters displayed good performance throughout and utilised the platform well to put forward their pitch of being included in the senior team. Thus, they would like to continue their dream run and reach the semis.