Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: FC Goa beat Bengaluru FC to stay in hunt for top spot

FC Goa climbed to the third spot in the Indian Super League standings with a 2-1 victory against Bengaluru FC at the Fatorda Stadium on Thursday. The Gaurs have gotten to 36 points with their 10th victory in 19 games.

It was not the best of starts for the home side as Bengaluru took the lead within two minutes of kick-off.

Suresh Singh Wangjam spotted Shivaldo Singh’s run and played a good ball over the Goa defence. Singh, who had timed his run brilliantly to beat Goa’s offside trap, was through on goal and shot first-time at goal. Dheeraj Singh was able to slow the shot down but not enough to prevent it from rolling over the line.

Shivaldo had the chance to double the lead three minutes later but could not keep his volley at the far post on target.

FC Goa began gaining a grip over the game gradually. Noah Sadaoui barged into the Bengaluru box and bashed the ball onto the side netting in the 18th minute.

The home side finally drew level in the 20th minute. Boris Singh shot at goal from the edge of the box following a corner. His shot bounced off Carlos Martinez and onto Odei Onaindia before rolling into goal. Bengaluru...

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