Ratings: Luna show class as Kerala Blasters, ATK Mohun Bagan share points

The Mariners are now on a 12-game unbeaten streak.

Kerala Blasters and ATK Mohun Bagan shared points in a four-goal thriller. Adrian Luna put KBFC ahead through a delightful free-kick in the seventh minute. But almost instantly ATKMB pulled level with David Williams smashing home a Pritam Kotal cross. Kerala Blasters once again needed a Luna special to take the lead. The Uruguayan left ATKMB goalkeeper Amrinder Singh stranded with a fabulous curled chip from inside the box in the 64th minute.

For a while, it looked enough for three points. But Joni Kauko had other plans. The Finnish midfielder volleyed home from outside the box to bring the scores level for the Mariners. Both teams also saw red cards towards the end of a chaotic phase of stoppage time. The draw took ATK Mohun Bagan on top of the points table, while Kerala Blasters dropped to fourth.

On that note, here are the ratings for this game:

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Kerala Blasters (by Ujyant Ramesh)

Prabsukhan Gill - 6.5

Made saves off Manvir Singh, Liston Colaco's strikes in the first half and two more vital ones off Kiyan Nassiri and Sandesh Jhingan in the dying stages of the game.

Harmanjot Khabra - 6.5

The ace right-back was involved in nine duels tonight, of which he won five. Apart from that, he tried with multiple long balls to his striking duo upfront, but only managed to get 30% of them right. Defensively though, he made multiple recoveries and vital interceptions throughout the game.

Bijoy Varghese - 7.0

In Enes Sipovic's absence, he started as a centre-back beside Marko Leskovic tonight. Was extremely dedicated in his defensive role, making multiple tackles and vital clearances, including a flying one in the 81st minute.

Marko Leskovic - 6.5

Yet again, despite a brilliant season so far, it wasn't his best performance tonight. Besides a few clearances, his most notable contribution was a vital block in the 90th minute. 

Sandeep Singh - 6.5

Played as a left-back tonight, thrusting forward multiple times by dribbling his way past ATK Mohun Bagan players and winning several duels.

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Sahal Abdul Samad - 7.0

Was brilliant in the right midfield position yet again, making multiple ball recoveries and winning the most number of tackles (3) as well as duels (6) in the match.

Jeakson Singh - 6.0

Amongst all the star performers in his midfield, he felt like the weakest one tonight, with just 21 touches and two duels won out of the six participated in.

Lalthatanga Khawlhring - 7.5

Puitea struck hard in the 38th minute, but was denied by an equal reflex save by Amrinder Singh. Later on, he assisted Adrian Luna's second goal with a fine chip to the Uruguayan.

Adrian Luna - 8.5

The Uruguayan scored twice tonight for Kerala Blasters. Luna Opened the goalscoring with a stunning free-kick in the seventh minute and scored another spectacular curler in the 64th minute.

Alvaro Vazquez - 7.0

Had three shots overall tonight. Wasn't the Spaniard's best performance compared to his own standards. His best effort though was a shot from outside the box in stoppage time of the first half and another potential assist for Vincy Baretto, which the latter missed. 

Jorge Pereyra Diaz - 6.5

Tried his luck with a long ranger in the 22nd minute, however, was denied by a fine save by Amrinder with his fingertips. Also missed a brilliant sitter-like opportunity in the 48th minute, in what seemed like a handball not given — during Sandesh Jhingan's interception. Totally, he had five shots tonight but couldn't get himself on the scoresheet. The Kerala Blasters forward was also shown a red card after a clash with ATK Mohun Bagan bench towards the end of the game.

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Substitutes

Prashanth Mohan - 6.0 

Came on in place of Sahal Abdul Samad in the 78th minute. In his 11 minutes played, he won two duels and tackles while also making an interception.

Enes Sipovic - 6.0

Replaced Jorge in the 84th minute in a defensive move by the head coach. Instantly made a headed clearance a minute after coming on.

Vincy Baretto - 6.0

Yet another 84th-minute substitution, who replaced Bijoy Varghese. Had a chance to score late in the game via an Alvaro Vazquez assist, but missed the opportunity.

ATK Mohun Bagan FC (By Riddhiman Sarkar)

Amrinder Singh - 6.5

Could do nothing about Luna’s peach of a free-kick and his sublime lob, but stopped Diaz and Vazquez bravely on a few occasions. Made three saves in total.

Pritam Kotal - 7.0

The versatile captain started out as a full-back and demonstrated his offensive skill-set with a beautifully weighted low cross for Williams to finish. Completed 83% of his passes and won three of his five ground duels, as he was replaced by Prabir Das in the 86th minute.

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Sandesh Jhingan- 7.0

Immovable at the heart of defence with his repetitive blocks of dangerous final balls in the attacking third. Blocked three shots and made four clearances.

Tiri- 7.0

Good performance from the ball-playing centre-back, as he got a whopping 80 touches on the ball and made a few vital interceptions. Also got on the end of both of his aerial duels and two of his four ground duels.

Subhasish Bose - 6.5

Comfortable in possession and off the ball, as he won all three of his aerial duels and completed 35 out of his 45 attempted passes. 

Lenny Rodrigues - 6.0

Slightly slow but provided good defensive cover for Tiri and Sandesh Jhingan regardless. Subbed off for Kiyan Nassiri in the 81st minute, after he got 55 touches on the ball and completed 88% of his passes.

Carl McHugh - 6.5

Manned the middle of the park well for the time he was on the field. Won all three of his aerial duels and completed 84% of his passes, as he gave way to Roy Krishna in the 71st minute.

Manvir Singh- 6.5

Rapid down the flank and led a few attacks for ATK Mohun Bagan, but could not create anything worthwhile. Made two key passes and completed two out of his three take-on attempts.

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Joni Kauko - 7.5

Held up the ball well and frequently dropped into half-spaces to provide another attacking outlet as well as to help in the build-up.

Turned hero for ATK Mohun Bagan with seconds to go, as he collected from Boumous and hit an absolute thunderbolt past Kerala Blasters custodian Prabhsukhan Gill. Completed 81% of his passes as well. 

Liston Colaco- 6.0

Got a few chances and made some trademark runs. Almost got on the end of a chance in the first half, after Williams' pass was deflected by Puitea into his path, but Gill saved it. Quiet evening for the in-form winger, as he only succeeded in completing one out of his four take-ons.

David Williams- 7.0

Finished off Pritam Kotal’s laser-guided low cross into the bottom corner to draw the Mariners level with the Tuskers only 73 seconds after they conceded. A surprising decision from Juan Ferrando to take off the Australian striker at half-time to introduce Hugo Boumous, as he got 26 touches on the ball.  

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Substitutes

Hugo Boumous - 6.5

Ferrando’s decision to bring on the midfielder was repaid, as he played in Kauko and the Finnish midfielder got the Mariners on level terms. Made three key passes and got on the ball 47 times.

Roy Krishna - 6.5

Immediately looked to link-up in attack, as his first touch after coming on set Manvir free to lead a counter. Dropped into Williams' No. 10 spot, as he got only 10 touches but was repeatedly creating chances.

Kiyan Nassiri - 6.0

The super-sub almost got a goal with his first touch once again, but was thwarted by the experienced Harmanjot Khabra. Only five touches on the ball from the youngster, but he brought a much-needed boost of energy to the field. 

Prabir Das- 5.0

Got only six touches, as he was sent off for reacting to Luna tugging him by his shirt and bringing him down. 

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