11th MSL double elimination round NISA beat FC Zalen in winner bracket match
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 10 2016:
David KC Ngaihte did the star turn as NISA, Thangmeiband came from behind to register a thrilling 2-1 win over FC Zalen in the winner bracket match of the ongoing 11th Manipur State League today at Khuman Lampak main stadium.
In an evenly contested match, FC Zalen took the first lead as they converted a 18th minute penalty.
Penalty was awarded against NISA when their defender Shahbas brought down FC Zalen striker Ng Bedeenpar Moyon in the box.
Patrick Kamei of FC Zalen stepped up to take the spot kick and he made no mistake in beating NISA's custodian.
However, the lead was short-lived as NISA's David KC Ngaihte latched on N Manimohan's pass from the left flank in the 27th minute to make it 1-1 till half time.
After the lemon break, both sides pushed hard to find the lead.
David KC Ngaihte found the net of FC Zalen again in the 54th minute through a curl from L Milan that eventually sealed the victory of NISA.
Despite losing the match today, FC Zalen would have another chance to vie for the title through the loser bracket match.
The Sadar Hills outfits will next face the losers of the match between YPHU and NEROCA FC scheduled for tomorrow.