Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil praised the collective efforts of his players following their 3-1 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club at the JRD Tata Sports Complex. The win marked Jamshedpur’s return to form after a challenging three-match losing streak in the Indian Super League (ISL).
An Action-Packed First Half
The match on Monday featured an end-to-end first half, with both teams having multiple opportunities to break the deadlock. However, the score remained tied at 0-0 heading into the second half.
Sanan, Siverio, And Eze Secure The Win For Jamshedpur
In the second half, Mohammed Sanan K opened the scoring for Jamshedpur with a stunning right-footed shot from the edge of the box. Javier Siverio doubled the lead shortly after, capitalizing on his presence in the box. Stephen Eze added a third goal in the 79th minute to seal the victory for the Men of Steel. Despite Mohammedan SC’s late consolation goal by Mohammed Irshad, Jamshedpur FC held on to end their losing streak with a 3-1 win.
Highest xG In A Single Game This Season
Jamshedpur FC registered an impressive expected goals (xG) value of 3.49 against Mohammedan SC, the highest by any team in a single game during the ongoing ISL season. The team’s attacking intensity was evident as they dominated the match.
Coach Jamil Praises Hard Work And Team Effort
In his post-match comments, Khalid Jamil emphasized the hard work and dedication of his players. “Everybody is working very hard. We must continue like this,” Jamil said, highlighting the importance of maintaining their momentum after the loss to Chennaiyin FC in November.
A Much-Needed Confidence Boost
Jamil described the victory as a much-needed comeback, saying, “It’s like a comeback. We get confidence because the performances in the last three matches weren’t good.” The victory provided a boost in confidence for the players, with Jamil expressing satisfaction with the team’s performance.
Collective Effort Leads To Victory
Jamil commended his players for their teamwork and collective effort. “Everybody worked very hard. The players deserve the victory,” he said, praising the performances of key individuals such as Siverio, Javi Hernandez, Rei Tachikawa, Sanan, Pratik Chaudhari, Albino Gomes, Imran Khan, Sourav Das, Muhammad Uvais, and Ashutosh Mehta. “It’s because of the players,” Jamil concluded, emphasizing the importance of their combined efforts in securing the win.