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'Odisha is here to humiliate others' - Fans react as Odisha FC beat East Bengal FC by 2-1 to continue their 13 match unbeaten run

In a riveting encounter at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha FC emerged victorious, beating East Bengal 2-1 in a fiercely contested match.

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Odisha FC beat East Bengal FC by 2-1

Odisha FC beat East Bengal FC by 2-1 (Source: Twitter)

In a riveting encounter at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha FC emerged victorious, beating East Bengal 2-1 in a fiercely contested match. The game kicked off with a bang as Vishnu from East Bengal showcased his talismanic prowess.

Vishnu scored a sensational goal just moments after the kickoff, giving the visitors a much-needed lead. Receiving a throw-in, Vishnu embarked on a mesmerising run, gliding past three Odisha defenders before cutting in. Eventually, he unleashed a powerful shot at the near post, leaving the Odisha keeper, Amrinder, helpless.

This goal boosted his confidence as he continued to attack near and far posts. He kept Amrinder and the hosts busy for the next few minutes. However, soon the hosts reassembled and got the much-needed equalizer. 

Odisha hammered East Bengal with two goals!

The early setback did not deter Odisha, and in the 40th minute, they found the equalizer. Mauricio stepped up to take a penalty after a foul inside the box, delivering a clinical finish that beat the East Bengal goalkeeper, Gill, who had guessed the right way but couldn't deny the well-placed shot. The first half concluded with both teams’ scores at 1-1.

The second half witnessed a strategic play from Odisha, and in the 61st minute, they took the lead. Princeton capitalised on Jahouh's clever delivery from a corner, executing a well-drilled training-ground routine to slot the ball past Victor Vazquez between the legs. Despite East Bengal's relentless attacks in the latter part of the game, Odisha's defence held firm, denying any opportunity for the visitors to equalise.

The final whistle blew, confirming Odisha's 2-1 victory and extending their unbeaten streak to 14 games. The win solidified Odisha's position in the points table, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess. East Bengal, on the other hand, despite early promise, couldn't break through Odisha's defence in the latter stages of the match.

The Kalinga Stadium witnessed a thrilling contest, highlighting the competitive nature of the Indian football scene and Odisha FC's commendable performance in this crucial fixture.

Here is how fans react to Odisha’s victory:

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