Kerala Blasters FC take an early two-goal advantage to outclass Jamshedpur FC in ISL 2025-26
The Tuskers sit 11th on the table after 10 games
Jamshedpur FC suffered a 2-0 defeat against Kerala Blasters FC, with two first-half goals putting the Men of Steel on the back foot in a crucial away fixture in the Indian Super League 2025-26 season.
Nihal Sudeesh and Vibin Mohanan strike early
The hosts made a strong start and took the lead in the 12th minute through Nihal, handing Jamshedpur an early setback. The Men of Steel looked to respond quickly and came close in the 25th minute when Mohammed Sanan found himself in a promising position, but his effort sailed over the bar, a chance that could have brought them back into the contest.
Kerala Blasters capitalised on that miss and doubled their advantage in the 36th minute, with Vibin finding the net to give the home side a commanding lead heading into the break.
Jamshedpur FC with a strong fight
In search of a response, Jamshedpur FC made changes at half-time, with Ritwik Das and Rei coming on to inject fresh energy. The impact was immediate, as Ritwik tested the Kerala goalkeeper within minutes of the restart, signalling a more aggressive approach from the visitors.
Head coach’s adjustments continued in the second half, as Madih Talal and Sarthak Golui were introduced to add creativity and attacking intent. Jamshedpur began to build momentum, and came close again in the 60th minute when Ritwik rose to meet a precise delivery from Madih Talal, only to see his header kept out by a sharp save.
Despite growing pressure, Jamshedpur FC were unable to find a breakthrough, with Kerala Blasters remaining compact and disciplined at the back. The game took another turn in the 85th minute when Stephen Eze was shown a red card, reducing the visitors to ten men and effectively ending hopes of a late comeback.
The result sees Jamshedpur FC drop valuable points in the title race, with the early goals proving decisive on the night. While the Men of Steel showed intent in the second half, missed chances against Kerala Blasters FC and the first-half deficit ultimately cost them in Kochi.
Jamshedpur face Chennaiyin FC in their next match at the Furnace on April 25 at 7.30 PM.
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Rohit Mistri is a sports journalist from Kolkata with over two years of experience in the field. He has extensively covered Indian football, including major tournaments such as the Calcutta Football League and the Indian Super League. His work spans on-ground reporting, match coverage, and in-depth storytelling, along with interviews of prominent sporting personalities. Rohit brings strong communication skills and a deep passion for sports narratives to everything he writes.