Mohammedan Sporting Club Fights Back to Draw with Sporting Club Delhi in ISL Clash
Match Overview
New Delhi [India] - On April 26, Mohammedan Sporting Club showcased resilience by coming from behind twice to secure a 2-2 draw against Sporting Club Delhi during the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday.
Current Standings
This draw marks Mohammedan's third consecutive point, bringing their total to three from ten matches, yet they remain at the bottom of the league table. In contrast, SC Delhi climbed to 10th place with nine points from the same number of matches, as reported by a local media outlet.
First Half Highlights
Sporting Club Delhi started strong, dominating possession and pushing Mohammedan back into their half early on. Their efforts bore fruit in the 17th minute when Mohammed Aimen was fouled in the penalty area by Mohammedan goalkeeper Padam Chhetri. Matija Babovic stepped up to convert the penalty, giving the home team an early lead.
Continuing their dominance, Aimen and Augustine Lalrochana led the charge for SC Delhi, while Mohammedan struggled to find their rhythm. However, after a drinks break, the visitors began to find their footing. Their persistence paid off in the 40th minute when Thokchom Adison Singh capitalized on a long ball from Makan Chothe, deftly maneuvering past goalkeeper Nora Fernandes to score and equalize.
Second Half Action
The second half presented a more evenly matched contest, with Mohammedan displaying increased attacking intent. Yet, it was Sporting Delhi who regained the lead in the 52nd minute. A shot from Lalrochana was parried by Chhetri, and a rebound fell to Babovic, who quickly slotted home his second goal of the match.
Unfazed, Mohammedan pressed on and found the equalizer again in the 65th minute. Following a short corner, Lalngaihsaka delivered a cross that found Hira Mondal unmarked at the far post, allowing him to power a header into the top corner.
Final Moments
In the closing stages, both teams sought a winning goal, creating several chances. Mohammedan's Lalthankima came close, but his shot was expertly saved by Fernandes. Meanwhile, Sporting Delhi's Sourav K and Rafael Ribeiro were both thwarted by Chhetri.
Despite the attacking efforts from both sides, the match ended in a stalemate, with neither team able to secure the win, thanks to solid defensive play and goalkeeping.