Kerala Blasters Kick Off ISL 2026-27 with a Win
On Sunday, Kerala Blasters FC launched their MG Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 season with a solid 2-0 win against Inter Kashi at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune.
The scoring began with Vibin Mohanan in the 18th minute, followed by a stoppage-time goal from Andre Green, securing all three points for the Blasters.
Strong Start for the Blasters
The match commenced with Kerala Blasters taking the initiative, as Freddy Lallawmawma attempted a long-range shot that went over the bar in the fifth minute. Inter Kashi quickly responded, with Rosenberg Gabriel testing goalkeeper Arsh Shaikh from the left side, but the keeper was up to the challenge. Manvir Singh also posed a threat for Inter Kashi, sending a shot over the crossbar as both teams vied for early dominance.
Vibin Mohanan Scores First Goal
In the 18th minute, Vibin Mohanan netted the first goal for the Blasters, thanks to an assist from Korou Singh, who set him up for a right-footed shot from the center of the box. Inter Kashi sought to equalize, with Manvir Singh forcing another save from Shaikh in the 35th minute. Kerala continued to create opportunities, with Lallawmawma testing Albino Gomes and Korou Singh being denied just before halftime, leaving the Blasters with a slim lead at the break.
Second Half Action
After the break, Kerala Blasters aimed for a second goal, with substitute Momo Yansane missing the target shortly after entering the game. Paul Ramfangzauva and Freddy Lallawmawma also tried to extend the lead from distance, while Andre Green narrowly missed in the 65th minute. Inter Kashi remained competitive, with Manvir Singh’s header saved by Shaikh in the 61st minute and Ayush Chhikara shooting just wide in the 72nd minute.
Closing Stages and Final Goal
As the match neared its conclusion, Sumit Sharma headed over from a corner in the 80th minute, while Inter Kashi pushed for an equalizer. However, Kerala’s defense stood strong. The Blasters secured their victory in the fourth minute of stoppage time when Mohammed Sanan assisted Andre Green, who scored with a left-footed shot into the bottom-right corner, finalizing the score at 2-0 and marking a successful start to their ISL campaign.