Hyderabad vs Northeast United: NorthEast United FC produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Hyderabad FC 5-2 in a thrilling Indian Super League (ISL) encounter on Monday. After falling two goals behind in the first half, NorthEast United orchestrated a stunning turnaround, scoring three goals in the final half-hour to secure a decisive victory. The match, played at Hyderabad’s home ground, highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two sides, with NorthEast United demonstrating resilience and attacking prowess while Hyderabad FC continued their struggles at home.
Hyderabad FC began the match brightly, asserting their dominance early on. In the fifth minute, Edmilson Correia showcased his individual brilliance, embarking on a mazy run from the left flank. He skillfully navigated past challenges from Dinesh Singh and Asheer Akhtar before unleashing a precise shot into the bottom left corner, giving Hyderabad an early lead and sending the home crowd into raptures. hyderabad vs northeast united
The home side continued to press forward, and their early pressure paid off just seven minutes later. A well-worked move saw Cy Goddard control the ball expertly in midfield before laying it off to Sourav K on the right wing. Sourav delivered a perfectly weighted cross into the box, which Correia met with a composed volley, directing the ball into the bottom right corner to complete his brace and double Hyderabad’s advantage. At this stage, Hyderabad appeared to be in control, and a comfortable victory seemed likely.
But the story was entirely different in the second half. NorthEast United emerged from the break with renewed vigor and determination, displaying a marked increase in attacking intensity. They began to control possession and create more opportunities, putting pressure on the Hyderabad defense.
The turning point of the match came in the 54th minute when Macarton Nickson attempted a long-range effort from outside the box. The shot, aimed towards the right side of the goal, took a crucial deflection off Hyderabad midfielder Lenny Rodrigues, wrong-footing the goalkeeper and finding the back of the net. The goal was officially recorded as an own goal, but it ignited NorthEast United’s comeback.
Buoyed by the goal, NorthEast United continued to push forward, sensing an opportunity to capitalize on Hyderabad’s apparent vulnerability. Just seven minutes later, in the 61st minute, they completed the turnaround. A quick attacking move saw Alaaeddine Ajaraie unleash a powerful shot from the edge of the box. While the shot lacked accuracy, it fell kindly to Guillermo Fernandez, who reacted quickly to slot the ball into the bottom right corner, giving NorthEast United the lead for the first time in the match.
The final stages of the game saw NorthEast United consolidate their lead, adding further goals to complete the rout. The Hyderabad defense, which had looked so assured in the first half, appeared disoriented and struggled to contain the waves of NorthEast United attacks. This defeat extended Hyderabad FC’s winless streak at the Gachibowli Stadium, stretching back to February 2023, while NorthEast United’s impressive comeback provided a significant boost to their campaign. The match served as a testament to the unpredictable nature of football and the importance of maintaining focus and intensity throughout the entire 90 minutes.
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