Super League Kerala 2024: Thiruvananthapuram Kombans overwhelm Thrissur Magic

The hosts dominated the visitors, nullifying their threat completely.

The Chandrasekharan Nair Stadium in the heart of Kerala’s capital city was buzzing with anticipation as Thiruvananthapuram Kombans finally made their home debut in Super League Kerala. The gallery was transformed into a sea of yellow, with passionate Kombans supporters eager to witness their team’s first triumph on home turf.

The match against Thrissur Magic FC carried high stakes for both teams. Thiruvananthapuram Kombans, still seeking their first win of the season, were determined to deliver a performance worthy of their loyal fans. On the other side, Thrissur Magic FC arrived with redemption in mind after narrowly missing a victory in their previous match against Kannur Warriors FC.

Both teams entered the match with one goal: to secure crucial points and climb the league table. With a packed stadium and intense support from the stands, the stage was set for a captivating battle.

Match Report

Thiruvananthapuram Kombans made a powerful start to their home debut, fueled by the enthusiastic support of their fans at the Chandrasekharan Nair Stadium. From the opening whistle, the Kombans took control of the game, with team captain Patrick Motta dictating the tempo from the midfield. His composure and vision allowed the home side to maintain possession, while Thrissur Magic FC struggled to find their rhythm in the early stages.

Despite a few promising attacking moves from Thrissur, they found it difficult to hold onto the ball, often losing possession in key moments. The pressure from the Kombans soon paid off, as their relentless attacking strategy earned them back-to-back corner kicks in the 16th minute. It was the second corner, delivered perfectly by Motta, that found Vishnu unmarked in the box. The young Keralite rose above the defense and headed the ball into the net, sending the crowd into wild celebrations with the first goal of the match.

Thrissur attempted to respond quickly, and their captain CK Vineeth came close to equalizing with a dangerous chance, but his shot went just wide of the post. Despite the close call, Kombans remained solid, holding their defensive line high and preventing any further chances from Thrissur Magic FC.

Thiruvananthapuram Kombans FC wrap up a clean sheet and all three points against Thrissur Magic FC 👏🏻#IndianFootball #keralafootball #superleaguekerala pic.twitter.com/kPbvCY33RZ

— Khel Now (@KhelNow) September 16, 2024

Thiruvananthapuram Kombans came out in the second half determined to protect their lead and leave no room for Thrissur Magic FC to get back into the game. Giovanni Scanu’s side struggled to break through, as the Kombans, buoyed by the relentless cheers of their home supporters, continued to dominate possession. Thrissur fought hard for an equalizer, but they found themselves chasing the ball more than creating meaningful chances.

Kombans’ defensive and midfield lines worked in perfect harmony, denying Thrissur any opportunities to control the game. As the match wore on, Kombans continued their aggressive attacking approach, and in the 69th minute, they doubled their lead. A well-placed free kick by the ever-reliable Patrick Motta found its way to defender Lalhmangaihsanga, who rose high to score the second goal, sealing the match for the home side.

With a 2-0 lead, Thiruvananthapuram Kombans showed no signs of letting up. They maintained their defensive discipline, ensuring Thrissur Magic FC had no way back into the contest. In their first home match, the Kombans not only secured a win but also demonstrated a commanding performance, leaving Thrissur with no chance to stage a comeback in the closing stages.

Player of the Match

Renan Rocha Araujo – TVM Kombans

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