Hyderabad FC vs Kerala Blasters, In the final match of the league stage in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season, Kerala Blasters FC secured a convincing 3-1 win against Hyderabad FC at the Gachibowli Stadium. The victory solidified Kerala Blasters’ position in fifth place on the ISL table, while Hyderabad FC ended their season with another defeat.
First Half: Hyderabad FC vs Kerala Blasters
The match started with both teams showing positive intent, with Hyderabad FC enjoying early possession. However, it was Kerala Blasters who struck first in the 34th minute, with Mohammed Aimen heading in a cross from Saurav Mandal to give his team the lead.
Second Half:
Kerala Blasters continued to dominate in the second half, doubling their lead in the 51st minute through Daisuke Sakai, who tapped in a cross from Saurav Mandal. Despite Hyderabad FC’s efforts to find a way back into the game, they struggled to break down Kerala Blasters’ defense.
Late Drama:
In the 88th minute, Joao Victor pulled one back for Hyderabad FC with a well-taken goal from a corner, giving the home team a glimmer of hope. However, it was too little too late as Nihal Sudeesh sealed the victory for Kerala Blasters in stoppage time, capitalizing on a rebound to score his first goal for the club.
Final Whistle:
As the final whistle blew, Hyderabad FC’s season came to a disappointing end, while Kerala Blasters celebrated a well-deserved victory to conclude their league campaign on a positive note.
Conclusion:
Despite the loss, Hyderabad FC showed glimpses of promise throughout the match, but ultimately fell short against a determined Kerala Blasters side. As the ISL playoffs approach, Kerala Blasters will look to carry this momentum forward, while Hyderabad FC will reflect on their season and look to regroup for the next campaign.