Indian Army overcome injury time drama to beat Bodoland FC

KOKRAJHAR: Indian Army FT held on in a high intensity match that saw some injury time drama to beat local side Bodoland FC 2-1 to secure their second consecutive victory in a Group F fixture of the 132nd Du-rand Cup at the SAI Stadium, here on Thursday.

Samir Murmu gave the lead for the Army side early in the first half while Suresh Meitei scored the decisive goal from the spot in the fourth minute of second half extra time. Joe Aidoo scored the consolation for the home side in the 11th minute of injury time.

Indian Army's captain and goalkeeper Bhabindra Thakuri was sent off for his second yellow card. Indian Army has six points from two matches after this victory while Bodoland are out of the race for a place in the knockouts after their second loss in the tournament.

Bodoland FC Head Coach Daimalu Basumatary made four changes to the starting lineup from his first match with Danswrand Basumatary, Cornelius Pudaite, Nicodim Narjary and Joseph Mayowa Olaleye coming in.

On the other hand, Indian Army FT Head Coach L. Antony Ramesh made one forced change to his starting lineup as Liton Shil was suspended for his red card in the previous match. Alwin E started in his place. IANS

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