ISL 2024-25: Javier Siverio and Jordan Murray lead Jamshedpur FC to 2-1 victory over FC Goa

Sept. 17, 2024, 5:36 p.m.

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Jamshedpur FC secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against FC Goa at the Fatorda Stadium in their inaugural match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. Trailing 1-0 until the 74th minute, Javier Siverio and Jordan Murray each scored a goal to propel the Red Miners to a three-point road win.

Despite their attacking players stepping up when needed, Jamshedpur FC goalkeeper Albino Gomes was instrumental in keeping them competitive throughout the game. FC Goa players Armando Sadiku and Carl McHugh tested Gomes with long-range shots in both halves. However, Gomes used his height to his advantage, making solid saves to keep them at bay.

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— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) September 17, 2024 Sadiku did manage to slot the ball into the back of the net in the added time of the first half though. Midfielder Rowllin Borges drove the ball ahead and laid up a straightforward pass for the striker with seconds to go before the half-time whistle blew. Sadiku, who joined the Gaurs in the summer from Mohun Bagan Super Giant, grabbed the opportunity and showed tremendous efficiency in thundering the ball past Gomes to give FC Goa the lead.

However, Jamshedpur FC upped the pressure as the game reached its final half hour. Siverio drew a foul from Onei Onaindia within the penalty area, and then coolly converted the ensuing penalty kick to level the score in the 74th minute. JFC could have settled for a draw in this away match, but head coach Khalid Jamil unleashed his attacking talent to relentlessly challenge the FC Goa defense.

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— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) September 17, 2024 Advertisement It eventually bore fruit when Jamshedpur FC player Mobashir Rahman delivered a perfectly weighted lobbed pass to an on rushing Murray on the left flank. Murray received the ball with a deft first touch, and he cut inside to the extent of pulling outside of the box. Instead of engaging in a passing sequence, he then backed his instinct to attack the left post powerfully.

The ball deflected off the post into the back of the net in the 93rd minute, securing the three points for Jamshedpur FC.

Key Performer of the Match

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Gomes made four saves and one clearance to thwart a persistent Sadiku. While Siverio and Murray scored the goals, the goalkeeper's composure during demanding situations deserves equal recognition.

What’s next for both teams?

FC Goa's next match is against Mohammedan SC on September 21, while Jamshedpur FC will face Mumbai City FC on the same day.

Brief Scores

Jamshedpur FC triumphed over FC Goa with a final score of 2-1. Javi Siverio netted a goal in the 74th minute, followed by Jordan Murray's strike in the third minute of stoppage time. Armando Sadiku scored for FC Goa in the third minute of added time in the first half.