The quarterfinal Super Cup 2025 match between Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) and Kerala Blasters FC was one to remember. With moments of brilliance, missed chances, and the passion of young players, MBSG’s young squad rose to the challenge.
Under a gray afternoon sky at the Kalinga Stadium, the Mariners earned a 2-1 victory and advanced to the Super Cup 2025 semifinals. Let’s take a closer look at how this exciting match played out.
Sahal and Suhail Make the Difference
Both teams started cautiously under the early floodlights, trying to establish a rhythm. It took more than 20 minutes for the first clear chance, and MBSG made it count.
Debutant Salahudheen Adnan K showed dazzling footwork down the right and laid the ball off to Sahal Abdul Samad, who calmly chipped it over the goalkeeper to open the scoring for MBSG in the Super Cup 2025 quarter-final clash.
Kerala Blasters missed the creative spark of injured star Adrian Luna and struggled to make serious inroads. Mohammed Aimen and Noah Sadaoui came close, but the Blasters couldn’t find the back of the net before halftime.
MBSG began the second half with renewed aggression. Salahudheen continued to threaten, and eventually, Ashique Kuruniyan delivered a perfect assist for Suhail Bhat.
The youngest player on the field, Suhail, made no mistake as he slotted home MBSG’s second goal of the Super Cup 2025 campaign, sending their fans into celebration.
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Kerala Blasters’ Late Push Falls Short
Despite falling two goals behind, Kerala Blasters made a late rally attempt in the game. Jesus Jimenez had multiple chances but couldn’t convert, squandering two clear opportunities that could have changed the momentum.
Finally, in stoppage time, Sreekuttan MS managed to pull one back for Kerala Blasters with a clinical finish after an acceptable pass from Jimenez. However, it wasn’t enough to stop Mohun Bagan Super Giant from advancing to the Super Cup 2025 semifinals.
The Blasters will be disappointed, especially considering the chances they created but failed to capitalize on. Their elimination from the Super Cup 2025 will be a tough pill to swallow for their fans.
What’s Next for MBSG?
Following their 2-1 victory, MBSG now prepares to face FC Goa in the 2025 Super Cup semifinals. FC Goa qualified by producing a brilliant comeback against Punjab FC, and now they have a big encounter waiting for them.
This triumph emphasizes the worth of MBSG youth players, whose brave performances under added pressure have introduced fresh vigor to the team’s Super Cup 2025 run. For the supporters of MBSG, the triumph offers hope and promise for the second half of the competition.
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