East Bengal FC have lost six of their six matches in the ongoing Indian Super League. They have to return from Odisha with empty hands. Torch bearers search for their first point continues.
East Bengal chose to attack from the beginning in the away match against Odisha FC on Tuesday evening. The Red and Gold Brigade built up a series of attacks in the first few minutes of the path shown by newly appointed coach Oscar Bruzon. East Bengal FC got a free kick within two minutes of the start of the match. Madih Talalal’s toke the free kick with no effect. East Bengal put Odisha FC under pressure for the first 10 minutes.
Odisha FC started to return to their rhythm after recovering from the pressure of East Bengal’s attack. Jerry started running along the wing. Roy Krishna was trying to sneak between East Bengal defenders to score. Anwar Ali, Prabhat Lakra have tried their best to prevent opponents attacks. Roy Krishna gave Odisha FC the lead in the 22nd minute through the East Bengal defence. Sergio Lobera’s team went 1-0 ahead at home ground. Thoiba Singh made a handball in his own box in extra time before the break. East Bengal’s Dimitrios Diamantakos level scoreline before the break.
FT | The boys tried their best. Let’s regroup and return stronger.#OFCEBFC #ISL pic.twitter.com/PpwSgAX2ro
— East Bengal FC (@eastbengal_fc) October 22, 2024
After the break, the momentum of the match shifted to Odisha FC. Mourtada Fall doubled the lead for Odisha FC. East Bengal FC tried to get back into the match. Oscar Bruzon brought Cleiton Silva to the field to increase the manpower in the attack. But after the red card of Prabhat Lakra, East Bengal reduced to ten men. After that, East Bengal’s hopes of getting points virtually ended. East Bengal FC have lost six matches in a row.