ISL 2021-22 Semi-finals: Jamshedpur FC vs Kerala Blasters.ISL 2021-22 Semi-finals Highlights: A first-half goal by Sahal Abdul Samad was enough to help Kerala beat Jamshedpur in the first leg of the semifinal of the Indian Super League and bring an end to Jamshedpur’s seven-match winning streak. The Tuskers defended stoically right from the start and played a tight defensive line with the 4-4-2 formation. With this win, Kerala is a step close to the ISL 2022 final. This is the first time KBFC has beat JFC this season and it will be interseting to see whether Coyle’s side can make a comeback in the return leg.
Earlier, the contests between the two sides have been so evenly fought that six out of 10 matches have ended in draws. Jamshedpur FC have recorded three wins while Kerala Blasters FC have managed one. Last time when both these team met, JFC came on top by beating Kerala 3-0 in the league stage match.
PEEP_PEEP! There goes the final whistle and its advantage Kerala Blasters as they hold on to their lead to win the 1st leg of their semi-finals battle against Jamshedpur.
5 minutes added on to the 90. Jorge Pereyra Diaz is replaced by Enes Sipovi as Kerala look to shore up the defence. Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
Ishan Pandita with a flashing shot right across the goal but it goes wide of the far post. That could have been a special late goal but it fizzes past everyone in the box. Kerala still has the one-goal advantage in the play-offs Alexandre Lima gets a yellow. Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
A nasty challenge from Sahal Samad and he is booked. He is immediately replaced by Vincy Barretto. Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
Kerala have defended resolutely in the second half, as the pressure continues to pile on Jamshedpur FC. Back out after the drinks break with a lead to protect for the team from south! Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
Yellow Card for Alvaro Vazquez and he becomes the first player tonight to get into the referee's list. He needs to be careful now. Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
Kerela Blasters lead the tournament and Marko Leskovic pushes his opponent to get the ball cleared but his tackle was powerful. Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
The two sides emerge from the tunnel and are ready for the second 45. Kerala Blasters has had one shot in the first half against Jamshedpur (4) attempted by Sahal Samad and that shot was the only one goal for them.
Sahal Abdul Samad's goal is the difference between Kerala Blasters and Jamshedpur FC! Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
A defensive error from Jamshedpur that allows Sahal Abdul Samad to make a run into the box. The goalkeeper charges ahead and tries to parry it away but Samad lobs it over perfectly into the net! Clinical finishing. Jamshedpur 0-1 Kerala
Both sides have created some good chances so far, but the deadlock is yet to be breached! Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala
Luna's corner was headed into the goal, but Hartley comes up with a strong header to stop the ball from going into the net. As the game is restarted, Sahal Samad from the left flank gets the ball into the path of Adrian Luna, who fails to keep the ball in play. a goal kick for JFC. Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala
Jamshedpur FC make a change! Seiminlen Doungel is out and he is replaced by Mobashir Rahman. It does seem like Seiminlen Doungel has injured himself. The commentator says it's his left calf that has suffered some damage. Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala
Another glorious chance goes begging as Daniel Chukwu shoots it wide. Opens his body wide and shoots it on the near post. Should he have gone across the goalkeeper? Probably yes. JFC continues to dominate with good attacking football and they are enjoying a majority of the possession as well. But they need to get their target man to finish better. Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala
Hormipam with a robust intervention to deny Hartly a headed opportunity. Meanwhile, Rehenesh TP becomes the 13th ISL player who completed 100 Hero ISL appearances. Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala
Doungel flicks the ball towards Daniel Chima Chukwu's path, who fires his shot wide! Chukwu has just missed a real sitter. Moments later, an important interception from Leskovic from a cross, to deny Chima a clear opportunity on goal. Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala
Good on Sanjeev for staying switched on and snuffing out a ball over the top. Daniel Chukwu with a quick run from the right to deliver a cross. However, Marko Leskovic does not let him get away. Jamshedpur 0-0 Kerala