NEW DELHI: Punjab FC picked up a fine 3-2 come-from-behind victory over Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Thursday, October 31, 2024.

An exceptional second-half performance from Punjab FC saw them turn the tide in their favour after they trailed in the first half due to Wilmar Jordan Gil’s goal.

However, a brace from Player of the Match Luka Majcen within two minutes and a goal from substitute Asmir Suljic saw them bag maximum points. With this win, Punjab FC have propelled to the third spot, a point below Mohun Bagan Super Giant despite playing a match less than the Mariners.

The visitors took the lead in the 30th minute courtesy of Wilmar Jordan Gil stepping up. It was a move orchestrated by Lukas Brambilla, who delivered a sensational through ball which found Gil in space. The Colombian made no mistake to slot it past Ravi Kumar to register his name in the scoresheet for three consecutive matches.

Majcen scored the equaliser in the 46th minute following a defence-splitting pass from Mrzljak. With the momentum in their favour, Majcen handed Punjab FC the lead within a couple of minutes.

Chennaiyin FC threw bodies forward in search of goals and even had their fair share of chances but Owen Coyle’s men only found a consolation when Gil completed his brace with the last kick of the game following a mistake from Ravi Kumar.

Punjab FC will be in action on November 6 when they face FC Goa. On the other hand, Chennaiyin FC will face Jamshedpur FC on November 4.

(Courtesy: ISL Media Team)