'Lallianzuala Chhangte, the best winger in India' - Fans react to Mumbai City's win over FC Goa in ISL semis

By Alen Philip Mathew

Alen Philip Mathew has been a correspondent for Kerala Blasters, covering Indian football and Indian Super League for Khel Now since 2021.

Published at :April 29, 2024 at 10:53 PM

Modified at :April 29, 2024 at 10:53 PM

'Lallianzuala Chhangte, the best winger in India' - Fans react to Mumbai City's win over FC Goa in ISL semis

(Courtesy : ISL media)

Lallianzuala Chhangte scored the final goal for the Islanders to take them to the ISL finals.

The Indian Super League (ISL) witnessed a thrilling encounter at the Mumbai Arena, Mumbai City FC emerged victorious in the second leg of the semifinal against FC Goa, sealing their spot in the final with a convincing 2-0 win. The aggregate score of 5-2 reflects Mumbai’s dominance over both legs, having won the first match 3-2. As Mumbai City celebrates their triumph, Twitter has become the arena for fans to express their emotions, from joy to disappointment.

Islanders Celebrate Journey to the Finals

Mumbai City fans have flooded Twitter with messages of joy and congratulations, praising their team’s achievement of reaching the final. The elation was palpable as they celebrated their team’s advancement to the finals, who are eagerly waiting for the chance to clinch the ISL title. Tweets are overflowing with praise for the team’s performance, whose stellar performances were crucial in securing the win.

History in the making. Mumbai City FC's stellar performance earns us a spot in the ISL finals with a convincing 2-0 win over FC Goa. Let's make this count boizzz💙 #MCFCFCG #MumbaiCity #AamchiCity pic.twitter.com/Vr040urAqe
— Bipin Rawat (@Rawat111Bipin) April 29, 2024

#MumbaiCity FC score a convincing 2-0 home win against #FCGoa to reach the #ISL cup final.It is a 5-2 aggregate win for #TheIslanders, now #MohunBagan SG await in the final.#IndianFootball
— Arunava Chaudhuri | arunfoot (@Arunfoot) April 29, 2024

Well played guys 🫂💙Off we March to the finals!!!
— Vaibhav (@Vaibhav_KY) April 29, 2024

Good evening Mumbai city fc won 2-0 great opportunity game enter-final have 🇮🇳a nice enter-final day
— Imaculate John (@john_imacu64858) April 29, 2024

Mumbai City FC are into the finals 💙🔥#MCFCFCG
— Atharva Gawde (@atharva716) April 29, 2024

@MumbaiCityFC into finals of @indiansuperleague😍🫶💪🔥 The final dance on 04 May 🤞 All the best pic.twitter.com/ENGHcR3CAJ
— Ashish Chauhan (@ashish_nith93) April 29, 2024

Well Played 🙌🏻
— . (@gavi_sznn) April 29, 2024

Chhangte and Bheke Shine Bright

Among the standout players, Lallianzuala Chhangte and Rahul Bheke garnered special praise for their exceptional contributions to Mumbai’s victory. Tweets poured in hailing their skillful display on the field, with fans praising their pivotal roles in securing the crucial win. Mumbai City supporters took to Twitter to shower accolades on the entire team throughout the intense semifinal clash.

Van nieff was excellent Rahul Beke was brilliant and the mehtab tiri and Krouma was rock solid shaky at the beginning but strong at the end
— Praveen (@Praveen94392932) April 29, 2024

Congratulations to Mumbai City on making it to the ISL final. Big performances from Rahul Bheke and Lallianzuala Chhangte over two semifinal legs. FC Goa were found wanting, need to go back to the drawing board.#IndianFootball #ISL #MCFCFCG
— Marcus Mergulhao (@MarcusMergulhao) April 29, 2024

What another game by #MumbaiCity FC to get to the final of the #ISL cup. Not only #Chhangte played a great game but also players like #RahulBheke & #MehtabSingh, who don't often get a mention… #IndianFootball
— Arunava Chaudhuri | arunfoot (@Arunfoot) April 29, 2024

Lallianzuala Chhangte become first Indian player to score 10 goals in two seasons of Indian Super League, even Sunil Chhetri scored only one time 10+ goals The best winger of India for a reason 🔥#ISL10 pic.twitter.com/VvbJrlY0Hq
— Ashraf ✪ (@Ashraf_FCG) April 29, 2024

Chhangte!! Vikram!! What Amazing Players!!I love to watch them play!!And Chhangte is the best Footballer in India Right Now!!#ISL10
— Za Best Pepzi!! (@za_best_pepzi) April 29, 2024

Van nieff was excellent Rahul Beke was brilliant and the mehtab tiri and Krouma was rock solid shaky at the beginning but strong at the end
— Praveen (@Praveen94392932) April 29, 2024

Goan Fans Express Disappointment

Meanwhile, on the other side, Goan fans are expressing the bitter taste of defeat. Disappointment and frustration are palpable in their tweets as they come to terms with their team’s loss and elimination from the tournament. Some fans have directed towards the coach and players, expressing their discontent with the team’s performance in the crucial semifinal clash.

😔💔Congratulations @MumbaiCityFC pic.twitter.com/Iqn0qLDJQW
— Sanat (@sanat27038) April 29, 2024

No need to substitute SadaouiVery bad decision @2014_manelHopes ends for FC Goa 👎#ISL10 #MCFC
— Sports Here (@ShashankCh10117) April 29, 2024

FC Goa as usual bottled at the end 🥲
— Ashley (@Ashley20032812) April 29, 2024

FC Goa needed that. Lord Manoloa needed that. Sadoi needed that andOverrated Odei needed that.Hold that L FCGoa Bottlers. Absolute domination by Mumbai city 🔥Good bye 👋🏼 #Mumbaicity #FCGoa #ISL
— Ramesh from ghaziabad (@GhaziabadRamesh) April 29, 2024

FC goa is Sleeping 😪😴
— RAJA8 (@AktarRaja8020) April 29, 2024

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Alen Philip Mathew

Football journalist with years of expertise covering Indian football, particularly Kerala Blasters and the Indian Super League. Alongside his passion for sports, he is a dedicated medical student. Alen specializes in match analysis, player interviews, and community reactions.