Guwahati: A clinical performance from Odisha FC thrash NorthEast United FC in the opening game of group D.
The Hon. Chief Minister, Assam, Shri. Himanta Biswa Sarma, led the ceremonial opening of the first ever Durand Cup match in Assam. The ceremony also included an Armed Forces bands display as well as a stellar performance of the tournament theme song by star singers Papon and Rewben Mashangwa.
𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞!!@OdishaFC makes an incredible start to the competition. A remarkable performance as they beat @NEUtdFC by a resounding 𝟔-𝟎 scoreline! Thanks for joining us. #NEUFCOFC ⚔️#IGAS 🏟️#DurandCup 🏆#IndianOilDurandCup 🏆#DurandCup2022 🏆#IndianFootball ⚽ pic.twitter.com/Dg3ZfkyhAd
— Durand Cup (@thedurandcup) August 17, 2022
Odhisa FC tried to attack from the initial stages barring a couple of early forays by the Highlanders. A brace from Josep Gombau and a strike from Jerry Mawihmingthanga put the Highlanders in winning gear. Odisha FC put half a dozen to enjoy a comfortable win in Assam’s maiden game at Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati.
Gombau put out his substitutes and all three responded with goals showing their worth in the team. While Isak scored with a brilliant header, Diego Muricio found the net from a free-kick. Thoiba Singh put the last goal in the final minute to make it six for the Highlanders.
