Late Sadiku Strikes Salvage Draw for Mohun Bagan Super Giant Against Odisha FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant fought back from a two-goal deficit to earn a thrilling 2-2 draw against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League, with Armando Sadiku scoring two late goals to cancel out Ahmed Jahouhs first-half brace.

In a captivating encounter at the Salt Lake Stadium on Wednesday, Mohun Bagan Super Giant fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure a thrilling 2-2 draw against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League (ISL).

Odisha FC Takes the Lead

Odisha FC gained the upper hand early in the match when Mohun Bagan defender Subhasish Bose committed a handball inside the penalty area, resulting in a spot-kick for the visitors. Ahmed Jahouh stepped up and confidently converted the penalty, placing the ball into the bottom right corner.

Just before the half-time whistle, Odisha FC struck again. Diego Mauricio showcased his agility and skill, cutting into the left side of the Mariners' box before delivering a precise pass to an onrushing Jahouh. The former Mumbai City FC star wasted no time, unleashing a powerful shot into the back of the net, sending the Odisha FC bench into jubilation.

Mohun Bagan Fights Back

The Mariners refused to give up and displayed remarkable resilience in the second half. Kiyan Nassiri, who has been a revelation for Mohun Bagan, demonstrated quick thinking and awareness, setting up a goal for Armando Sadiku with a short pass in the 59th minute.

Sadiku, often overshadowed by illustrious teammates like Jason Cummings and Dimitri Petratos, proved his worth with a clinical finish, reducing the deficit for Mohun Bagan.

Sadiku Strikes Again for the Equalizer

Despite Odisha FC's efforts to maintain their lead, Mohun Bagan continued to press forward. In a moment of brilliance, Hector Yuste found Sadiku with a precise delivery at the center of the box. Sadiku made no mistake, firing the ball past Odisha FC goalkeeper Amrinder Singh to secure the equalizer for Mohun Bagan.

The 2-2 draw was a testament to the determination and fighting spirit of Mohun Bagan Super Giant. With this result, both teams shared the spoils, adding another chapter to the exciting ISL season.