'Worst display in Habas era' - Mohun Bagan fans react after defeat in ISL 2023-24 semis' first leg

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 23, 2024 at 10:45 PM

Modified at :April 23, 2024 at 10:45 PM

'Worst display in Habas era' - Mohun Bagan fans react after defeat in ISL 2023-24 semis' first leg

(Courtesy : ISL media)

Odisha FC take home advantage to grab a fascinating victory in the first leg of the ISL semi-final.

The Indian Super League (ISL) witnessed a semifinal clash between Odisha FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant at Kalinga Stadium that certainly lived up to its hype, ending in a thrilling 2-1 victory for Odisha FC. As the dust settles on this intense encounter, Twitter has been buzzing with reactions from fans, expressing a spectrum of emotions ranging from elation to disappointment.

Odisha FC fans celebrate triumph

Odisha FC supporters took to Twitter to celebrate their team’s hard-fought victory. They showered praise on their star player Roy Krishna for his decisive goal and hailed the tactical brilliance of coach Sergio Lobera. Tweets flooded in, congratulating the team for their determination, with many expressing confidence in their hope for the next leg of the semifinals.

FT:FIRST EVER VICTORY OVER MOHUN BAGAN AND ASSOCIATES IN THE ISL😎#OdishaFC #COYJ #OFCMBSG #ISL10 #IndianFootball
— ଦ ଜଗର୍ନଟ୍ସ୍ • 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘀 🏆 (@JuggernautsOFC) April 23, 2024

When is "Nest" is perched at the Zenith, closer to the abode of the Lord, he will fortify our beliefs eternally.Jay Jagganath!Jai Odisha FC 💜🤍#COYJ
— Subhadeep Mahanta (@b2djoker) April 23, 2024

Good win by #OdishaFC. That win puts immediate pressure on the shield winners.
— Shaggy B (@shaggybirkar) April 23, 2024

It’s Kalinga! It’s our fortress. And he’s the gate keeper 🙏 ⭕️❗️⭕️#OdishaFC https://t.co/iapwu1z46M
— VIGHNESH🔴 (@vigz__manutd) April 23, 2024

Odisha odishaThe fortress is undefeated 🔥🔥@OdishaFC 🔥#ISLPlayoffs #ofc pic.twitter.com/480CiD0wYi
— Priyanshu Pritam (@Priyanshu_173) April 23, 2024

Let's go 🔥🔥🔥🖤💜#OdishaFc
— Shadow (@Shadow110099) April 23, 2024

Mohun Bagan fans express disappointment

On the other side, Mohun Bagan fans were left disappointed by their team’s performance. Many took to social media to express their frustration with the display on the pitch. Despite the setback, some fans are rallying behind their team for a comeback in the second leg.

It was our worst display in Habas era. Our football was energetic but of extreme poor quality. Krishna toyed with our defence.
— Souvik Das (@SouvikTheWizard) April 23, 2024

Well we had a perfect start to this game, but because of our defensive errors we have lost today, but we still have an home game to go, hopefully we can take our revenge then 🤞#MBSG #JoyMohunBagan #আমরাসবুজমেরুন #ISL10 #OFCMBSG
— Eeshita Sen (@eeshitaaaaa) April 23, 2024

Loss at Kalinga. ⛵️1-2 ☸️#OFCMBSG #JoyMohunBagan #ISL10 #LetsFootball #OFC #MBSG
— Amra Shobuj Maroon (@AmrShobujMaroon) April 23, 2024

Great match between #MBSG v #OdishaFC. First half was really intense and good game play from both the teams but 2nd half was more physical.Really exited for 2nd leg.OdishaFc 2 : 1 Mohan Bagan.#IndiaFootball #ISL
— Srijan Singh (@goalgully) April 23, 2024

Again DisadvantageAgain away team needs only a DrawAnd the Home team needs must win (this time with 2 goal) Again Packed YVK And again….? #MBSG #MohunBagan #ISL
— aran (@aran_sports_03) April 23, 2024

Controversy Surrounding Referee Decisions

Amidst the joy and disappointment, Twitter was also abuzz with discussions regarding the referee’s decisions during the match. Some fans voiced their frustration over certain calls made by the officials, sparking debates and criticisms.

Both red card decisions in this game were ridiculous !#MBSG #JoyMohunBagan #আমরাসবুজমেরুন #ISL10 #LetsFootball #OFCMBSG #IndianFootball
— Shibashish Chatterjee (@truthserum07) April 23, 2024

If ISL referees show a red card to one team, their next thought is how to give the other team one, as he has the responsibility to balance both sides. It's horrible. How can that be a red card for Carlos Delgado of Odisha FC?
— Parashar kalita (@Parashar_kalita) April 23, 2024

Never seen handballs which are not deliberate getting yellow cards. Today our captain Carlos Delgado got this twice. This is a very poor and pathetic decision by the refree. #ISL10 #OdishaFC #OFCMBSG
— Kanhu (@IMKANHU) April 23, 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.