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Jamie Maclaren Shines with Four Goals in Mohun Bagan's Dominant Win Over Odisha FC

In a spectacular display, Jamie Maclaren scored four goals, leading Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a 5-1 victory against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League. The match showcased Mohun Bagan's dominance, with Maclaren's performance earning him the Player of the Match title. The Mariners maintained their position at the top of the league standings, while Odisha FC struggled to find form. This article delves into the highlights of the match, including key moments and player performances that defined the game.
 

Mohun Bagan's Stellar Performance

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], March 6: In a thrilling encounter at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Jamie Maclaren delivered an outstanding performance, scoring four goals to lead Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a decisive 5-1 victory against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26.


This victory marks Mohun Bagan's fourth straight win, keeping them at the top of the league standings with 12 points, while Odisha FC remains in ninth place with just two points. Maclaren was named Player of the Match after his remarkable contribution, which included three goals in the first half.


Mohun Bagan's head coach, Sergio Lobera, made four changes to the starting lineup, introducing captain Subhasish Bose and Mehtab Singh in defense, Liston Colaco in midfield, and Australian striker Dimitri Petratos. On the other hand, Odisha FC's coach T.G. Purushothaman made a single defensive change, bringing in Saurabh Bhanwala for Saviour Gama.


Odisha FC posed an early threat with a set-piece in the third minute, but Rohit Kumar's header from Lalthathanga Khawlhring's corner went over the bar. Mohun Bagan quickly responded, with Liston Colaco's long-range shot just missing the target, followed by Abhishek Singh testing Odisha's goalkeeper Amrinder Singh in the 11th minute.


The hosts took the lead in the 14th minute through a well-executed play. Dimitri Petratos's clever backheel pass found Subhasish on the left, who delivered a precise cross for Maclaren to head home, giving Mohun Bagan a 1-0 advantage.


Maclaren nearly scored again in the 19th minute, but his shot was saved by Amrinder Singh. However, he found the net five minutes later, receiving a pass from Colaco and finishing with composure to extend the lead to 2-0 in the 24th minute.


The Mariners continued to apply pressure, and their third goal came in the 42nd minute from center-back Alberto Rodriguez, whose low strike from distance found the back of the net, making it 3-0.


Odisha FC managed to respond quickly, with Thoiba Singh's long ball allowing Rahim Ali to score and reduce the deficit to 3-1 just a minute later.


Mohun Bagan restored their three-goal lead in stoppage time of the first half, as Colaco's cross set up Maclaren for his hat-trick, bringing the score to 4-1 at halftime.


The second half began energetically, with both teams seeking more goals. Colaco came close in the 53rd minute, but his shot went wide. Odisha's Isak Vanlalruatfela also missed a chance at the other end.


Despite continued pressure from Mohun Bagan, Odisha's defense, led by Amrinder Singh, held firm for a while. Odisha nearly scored again late in the game, but Vishal Kaith made a crucial save in the 87th minute.


In the 88th minute, Mohun Bagan sealed their victory with Maclaren's fourth goal, finishing calmly after receiving a long ball from substitute Manvir Singh, making it 5-1.


Kaith's impressive saves in the final moments ensured the score remained unchanged, as Mohun Bagan Super Giant celebrated a comprehensive 5-1 win.