Mohammedan Sporting Club Snags First Point in Thrilling ISL Clash Against Odisha FC

Match Summary: Mohammedan vs Odisha

Bhubaneswar: In a gripping encounter at Kalinga Stadium on Friday, Mohammedan Sporting Club managed to secure their inaugural point in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season, drawing 1-1 with Odisha FC. The home team took the lead just before halftime, thanks to Suhair VP, but Adison Singh equalized early in the second half with a close-range finish. Mohammedan remains at the bottom of the league table with just one point from eight matches, while Odisha FC climbed to 12th place with six points from seven games. Lalthathanga Khawlhring was named Player of the Match.

The match began cautiously, with both teams trying to establish control in midfield. Odisha had moments of possession, while Mohammedan aimed to counterattack, but clear chances were scarce in the opening minutes. Odisha responded with several promising attacks, with left-back Subham Bhattacharya coming close after a scramble in the box, and Isak Vanlalruatfela along with Lalrinfela Khiangte threatening with their runs.

The breakthrough came five minutes before halftime through a swift counter-attack. Isak started the move from deep, connecting with midfielder Lalrinfela, who delivered a perfectly timed through ball to Suhair VP. The forward charged into the box and struck a powerful left-footed shot past Padam Chettri, giving Odisha a 1-0 advantage.

The visitors' efforts bore fruit in the 56th minute when Hira Mondal made an overlapping run down the right flank, sending in a low cross. Adison Singh arrived just in time to guide the ball into the top corner, leveling the match at 1-1. The final whistle confirmed the draw, marking Mohammedan SC's first point of the season, while Odisha FC had to settle for a shared result after a fiercely contested match.