'Sahal magic - Mohun Bagan into the finals' - Fans react to Mariners' win over Odisha in ISL semis

Published at :April 28, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Modified at :April 28, 2024 at 11:02 PM

(Courtesy : ISL media)

Sahal Abdul Samad scored the winning goal for the Mariners to take them to the ISL finals.

The Indian Super League (ISL) semi-final second leg between Mohun Bagan and Odisha FC witnessed an electrifying finish as Mohun Bagan staged a remarkable comeback after a setback in the initial encounter. The encounter, held at Salt Lake Stadium, witnessed Mohun Bagan securing a 2-0 victory over Odisha FC, clinching an aggregate of 3-2 and securing a spot in the finals.

Mohun Bagan’s spectacular comeback

Mohun Bagan fans erupted with joy on social media platforms, expressing their happiness at the team’s remarkable turnaround. Having faced disappointment in the initial leg, fans lauded their team’s determination to secure a crucial win. Tweets flooded in, congratulating the players and management while exuding confidence for the upcoming finals.

Back to Back Final for @mohunbagansg 👏💥Congratulations Mariners 👍Actually Deserved for this.#JoyMohunbagan #MohunBagan #isl #kbfc #SahalAbdulSamad
— DHANANJOY BAISHNAB (@IMDhananjoy) April 28, 2024

Mohun Bagan are into the Finals🔥🤩.#MBSGOFC #ISL
— Captain Price (@_cinematicguy) April 28, 2024

Mohun Bagan on the verge is doing the double in #ISL #MBSGOFC
— Chaitanya Prabhu Gaonkar 🇮🇳 (@ChaitPG) April 28, 2024

Joy MohunBagan 💚♥️What a COME BACK!Finals here we come 😭❤️#JoyMohunBagan #ISL #MBSG
— Dr. Abhinaba Pal (@abhinabavlogs) April 28, 2024

Well if @mohunbagansg wins the #isl10 they would be the first team in indian super league to win a domestic treble winning –1. Durand cup2. Isl shield &3. Isl championship#isl #mohunbagan #indianfootball #durandcup #islshield #islcup
— Raghavendra Gaur (@Raghave81520356) April 28, 2024

Knock Knock, Tera Baap Aaya. pic.twitter.com/MrN5XpP2bG
— Mohun Bagan Fan (@MohunBagan_Fan) April 28, 2024

Some reply on pitch.Others like tweets to gain PR.Bad bye. 👋To all self proclaimed inclusive Indians who called us Bangladeshis, we will knock you down and again proclaim us the National Club of our Beautiful Country. Till then, inhale our dust!JOY MOHUN BAGAN! 🟢🔴 pic.twitter.com/nBIhGVXmXS
— Avik Chatterjee (@just_avik) April 28, 2024

Praises for Coach Habas and Stellar Performances

Twitter was abuzz with accolades for Mohun Bagan’s coach, Antonio López Habas, hailed for his tactical prowess and ability to inspire the team to victory. Additionally, standout performances by players like Sahal and Manvir get admiration, with fans commending their contribution to the crucial win.

#SAHAL magic !!! ⚽️🇮🇳 Into the #ISL final !!!! Let’s Go !!! pic.twitter.com/09juUQKRrL
— Baljit Singh Rihal (@BaljitRihal) April 28, 2024

LOB LERA ❌HABAS ERA ✅#ISL #mohunbagan #MBSGOFC #MBSG #IndianFootball
— Vastav Singh 🇮🇳 (@vastavsingh007) April 28, 2024

Manvir is such a Work Horse 🐎🔋#ISL #MBSGOFC
— Ar_iF🔻 (@arif___08) April 28, 2024

Sahalll Abdul samaddddWhat a comeback brother#ISL
— Siddharth (@Siddhar87456849) April 28, 2024

Odisha FC fans reflect on the season

On the other side, Odisha FC supporters took to Twitter to express their disappointment following the defeat. Despite the loss, many fans extended gratitude for a rollercoaster season, acknowledging the team’s efforts in reaching the semi-finals. Some fans voiced concerns and shared hopes for a stronger showing in the next season, displaying support for their beloved club.

Can't believe!! What have we done after coming so long we couldn't make to the finalsWe will comeback stronger next year !!🤍💜 @OdishaFC #Odishafc #ISL pic.twitter.com/LHnfRsqQQh
— Priyanshu Pritam (@Priyanshu_173) April 28, 2024

We didn't play well tonight. It was our game and we let it go.
— Gautam Gambhir Fan 🏆🏆 (@angryhindu108) April 28, 2024

Well played @OdishaFC .Chin up. We are proud of the season.thank u for entertaining us the whole season. Isl Semifinal,Emerging players playing gud in Durand, amzing football in SuperCup. AFC South zone champions and besides that A Fortress that was never broken.♾️ #ofc #isl💜
— A fat Cat (@BiswalYogaj) April 28, 2024

Overall a commendable season, but producing a butchering display of football when it matters the most isn't something that I expected. @OdishaFC #Odisha #OdishaFC #OFCVSMBSG #ISL10
— Mohit Kumar Sahu (@_mks17_) April 28, 2024

Odisha FC is the unluckiest team in this domestic year of Indian football.
— Parashar kalita (@Parashar_kalita) April 28, 2024

Roy had to leave ig. Want Delgado to stay and Jahouh too. Really need some good Indian CBs and foreign AM to create chances apart from Jahouh. Fall has been on and off
— Amlan (@OdishaFCFan4) April 28, 2024

Our @IndSuperLeague season comes to an end today. Hard fought match but a tough result to take, conceding in the 93 minute. Well played @OdishaFC , proud of the team.
— Avi Nash (@avinashpattnaik) April 28, 2024

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