ISL: Mohun Bagan Dominates to Secure 2-0 Win Over Hyderabad FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant put on a dazzling display in the festive week, securing a resounding 2-0 victory against hosts Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League match held in Hyderabad. The Mariners now sit comfortably in second place on the points table with 13 points from six games, just three points behind league leaders Bengaluru FC. On the other hand, Hyderabad FC, who were eyeing a second consecutive win, now find themselves in 11th place with only four points from six matches. Under the guidance of coach Jose Molina, Mohun Bagan executed their game plan perfectly, scoring a goal in each half and effectively shutting down Hyderabad FC's aggressive attacks. It was a show of professionalism and determination from the team as they controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing their strength in both attack and defense.

The visitors capitalised on the chances they created, demonstrating neat finishing and playing to their strengths to secure the three points.

After a cagey start that comprised defender Subhasish Bose getting booked in the 28th minute, the Kolkata-based club made their first headway into the game courtesy of a Manvir Singh strike in the 37th minute.

The two sides were battling it out for possession in the centre of the park, before midfield dynamo Anirudh Thapa opted to unleash his creative genius by piercing open the Hyderabad FC backline with his crafty through ball.

The delivery was launched towards Manvir, who was on his sprint already - fighting an incredible dilemma altogether. Before this goal, he had found the back of the net four times against Hyderabad FC, which is his highest such tally against any opponent in the league.

However, the attacker had gone seven games without finding the back of the net against them too, and he snapped that streak by picking the ball with his feet, showing exemplary control to round off goalkeeper Lalbiakhlua Jongte and slotting it home from the centre of the box to open the scoring for the game.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant were a force to reckon in the attacking half and hence numerous opportunities were bound to come their way.

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It came in the form of a free-kick in the 55th minute, when up stepped attacking midfielder Greg Stewart, who curled the ball with the perfect pace inside the box, which was then met and hammered home by Bose to double their lead in the match.

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The Mariners resorted to consolidating their advantage thereafter, playing a rather safe game to see off the rest of the 40-odd minutes and walk back home with another critical win in their kitty.

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