Watch, highlights ISL 2024-25: Odisha FC beat Jameshdpur FC for their first win of the season

Odisha FC defeated Jamshedpur FC by 2-1 to earn their first victory of the 2024-25 Indian Super League on Saturday.

Diego Mauricio and Mourtada Fall gave the Juggernauts a two-goal advantage before the half-time break. On the other hand, Jamshedpur FC brought one back through an own goal from Fall.

Although Sergio Lobera’s side secured an advantage before the break, it was Khalid Jamil’s men who started on a stronger note. In just the fifth minute, Jamshedpur FC could have earned their lead, as Javi Hernandez’s free-kick from the middle of the park fell onto Stephen Eze’s head who flicked it on to Pratik Chaudhari. The latter’s shot, however, was saved by Amrinder Singh.

Odisha FC got their first positive chance in the 10th minute. Isak Vanlalruatfela crossed in a ball to Jerry Mawihmingthanga, who was free on goal. Albino Gomes was quick to come out and gather the ball but his failed attempt gave the ball to Jerry’s path, who set it up for Amey Ranawade, but the right-back’s shot went wide from the target.

Eight minutes later, Imran Khan passed the ball onto Javier Siverio who left it for Hernandez. The Spaniard’s shot rattled the post, keeping Amrinder gazing.

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