Mohammedan Sporting Club Earns First Point in ISL 2025-26 with Draw Against Odisha FC
Match Summary
In a tightly contested match at Kalinga Stadium on April 17, 2026, Mohammedan Sporting Club managed to secure their first point in the Indian Super League 2025-26 season, ending in a 1-1 draw against Odisha FC. The home team took the lead just before halftime with a goal from Suhair VP, but Adison Singh equalized shortly after the break, ensuring both teams shared the spoils. Mohammedan remains at the bottom of the league table with just one point from eight matches, while Odisha FC climbs 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 more possession, while Mohammedan aimed to counterattack, but clear chances were scarce in the opening minutes. Mohammedan started to find their rhythm around the 20-minute mark, with attempts from Hira Mondal and Mahitosh Roy from distance. Lalremsanga Fanai nearly scored but hit the side netting after a well-executed play involving Adison Singh.
Odisha responded with their own threats, including a close call from Subham Bhattacharya after a scramble in the box. The defensive duo of Carlos Delgado and Thoiba Singh for Odisha also stood out, contributing to both defense and build-up play. The breakthrough came five minutes before halftime through a quick counter-attack initiated by Isak, who set up Suhair VP with a perfectly timed pass. Suhair then struck a powerful left-footed shot past goalkeeper Padam Chettri, giving Odisha a 1-0 lead.
Mohammedan nearly equalized just before halftime, with Adison Singh forcing a save from Odisha's Amrinder Singh. The visitors returned to the field with renewed vigor in the second half, creating several chances. Lalremsanga and Mahitosh both missed opportunities, with Mahitosh notably failing to convert a clear chance after a defensive error from Odisha's goalkeeper. Their persistence paid off in the 56th minute when Hira Mondal's low cross found Adison Singh, who expertly guided the ball into the top corner, leveling the match at 1-1.
As the match progressed, both teams sought a winning goal. Mohammedan looked dangerous on the counter, while Odisha maintained possession and probed for openings. In the closing stages, Odisha nearly regained the lead, with Rahim Ali almost capitalizing on a goalkeeping mistake and Isak forcing a brilliant save from Padam Chettri. Carlos Delgado also came close with a header from a set-piece that went narrowly wide. Despite both teams' efforts in stoppage time, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, marking Mohammedan SC's first point of the season and leaving Odisha FC to settle for a share of the points after a competitive match.