Football fervor gripped Bengaluru on Sunday as Bengaluru FC hosted NorthEast United in the ISL, ending in a dramatic 1-1 draw at Sree Kanteerava Stadium. The match was a testament to tactical discipline and individual brilliance amid fierce rivalry.
Star of the show Bryan Sanchez gave Bengaluru the lead in the 20th minute with a moment of magic. Bursting forward, he delivered a pinpoint low drive past the keeper, rewarding the home support’s passion.
Captaincy duties fell to Gurpreet Singh Sandhu in Rahul Bhheke’s absence, and the seasoned shot-stopper delivered, including a stunning reflex save on a header midway through the second half.
NorthEast United, showing grit, earned their equalizer via substitute Lallirinzuala Lalbiaknia at the 68-minute mark. The impact player latched onto a loose ball and rifled it home, shifting momentum.
Tensions peaked late on, with Gogoi’s earlier booking for a foul on Suresh setting a combative tone. Ryan Williams and others probed relentlessly, but defenses held firm. The draw keeps both teams in the hunt, promising more fireworks in the ISL campaign.