The Christmas spirit has arrived at the Indian Super League (ISL), especially for East Bengal FC and NorthEast United FC fans. Both teams came back from 2-0 down to win their respective matches.
ISL Matchweek 13 was a rollercoaster of emotions, where dreams were made, shattered, and resurrected. Some teams felt the sting of bad luck, while others saw their ambitions soar as they defied the odds. From thrilling comebacks to unexpected triumphs, this week proved that in football, fortune favors the bold—and sometimes, the luckiest.
East Bengal and their upward curve
East Bengal decided that conceding early goals is merely a strategy to make the games interesting. Against Punjab FC, they went 2-0 down faster than the lunch break for public sector bank employees, only to storm back with a 4-2 win.
PV Vishnu and David Lalhlasanga, channeling their inner superheroes, turned the tide and left Punjab’s defense looking like they were auditioning for a sequel to Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham.
But wait, there’s more! East Bengal faced Jamshedpur FC later in the week, and guess what? Another win, with PV Vishnu again transmitting Fahadh Faasil’s “Eda Money” aura.
Under Bruzon, East Bengal now have four wins in the last five games, leaving fans in ecstasy and opponents scratching their heads. If East Bengal’s form continues, the hilsa vendors in Kolkata are going to have a field day. But can East Bengal continue their form?
FC Goa toppling the table-toppers
Mohun Bagan rolled into Goa looking all confident, and why not? They were top of the table! But FC Goa had other plans. In a spicy 2-1 victory, Goa reminded the Mariners that it’s not all smooth sailing on the shores of Goa. The defeat left Bagan fans muttering into their chai, while FC Goa supporters celebrated the festive season.
Mumbai City taking over the good luck baton from the blue side of Manchester
Mumbai City FC seemed to have passed on their bad luck to sister club Manchester City while taking their positive energy in return. After a forgettable start to the season, they’ve strung together back-to-back wins. Against Chennaiyin FC, it wasn’t exactly goal galore—a solitary strike by Nikos Karelis sealed the deal—but hey, points are points. Islanders’ fans are cautiously whispering, “We are so back!!” while Chennaiyin is stuck thinking about, “Ye dukh kaahe khatam nhi hota be,” like how Vicky Kaushal did it in Masaan.
Kerala Blasters with a win, finally!!!
What’s this? A Kerala Blasters win? Yes, and a big one too! Interim coach Tomasz Tchorz seems to have sprinkled some fairy dust over his players, because they demolished Mohammedan Sporting in Kochi. Suddenly, the playoff dream feels less like fantasy and more like a possibility. KBFC fans, please don’t jinx it with overenthusiastic cheering.
NorthEast United create chaos in Hyderabad
If Allu Arjun’s chaos in Hyderabad wasn’t enough, NorthEast United took “dramatic comeback” to the next level. Down 2-0 against Hyderabad FC, they flipped the script with FIVE unanswered goals. Fortunately, the Hyderabad police cannot register a case against Juan Pedro Benali’s men for the chaos (pun intended).
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