East Bengal FC secured a 1-0 victory over Indian Army FT to reach the IndianOil Durand Cup semifinals. PV Vishnu scored the decisive goal in the 38th minute with a well-timed header from Christopher Ikonomidis’ cross. East Bengal dominated possession and created several chances, but missed opportunities kept the Army side in contention until the final whistle.
Kolkata: A first-half header from PV Vishnu saw East Bengal FC edge past a spirited Indian Army FT side and book their place in the semifinals of the IndianOil Durand Cup played here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.
On Sunday, heading into the knockout match, East Bengal went with an attacking 4-2-3-1 formation.
Phurba Lachenpa started in goal, protected by Jay Gupta, Narender Gahlot, Lalchungnunga and Boris Singh in defence. Rohit Kumar and Mohamad Basim Rashid formed the double pivot, providing a platform for Dani Ramirez, Christopher Ikonomidis and P.V. Vishnu to operate behind lone striker David Lalhlansanga, as per a press release.
Indian Army FT, meanwhile, opted for a defensive 5-3-2 formation to absorb the anticipated pressure. Bhabindra Malla Thakuri started between the sticks, with Sunil Benchamin, Pardeep Singh, Lethaolen Khongsai, Chabin Rabha and Shafeel PP forming the five-man defensive line. Abhishek Shankar Pawar, P Christopher Kamei and Shubham Rana comprised the midfield, while Samir Murmu and Saikhom Borish Singh led the attack.
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