Sun Nov 03 18:08:38 UTC 2024: ## Mumbai City FC Dominate Kerala Blasters in Thrilling ISL Match

**Mumbai, India -** Mumbai City FC secured their first home win of the season with a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Kerala Blasters FC at the Mumbai Football Arena on Sunday. The match was a thrilling affair with multiple lead changes and a red card for Kerala Blasters striker Kwame Peprah.

The Islanders started strong, taking the lead in the ninth minute through a well-placed finish from Nikos Karelis, following a cross from Lallianzuala Chhangte. However, Kerala Blasters fought back, equalizing in the 57th minute through a goal from Jesus Jimenez.

Mumbai City regained the lead in the 53rd minute through a penalty converted by Karelis. However, the visitors struck back again in the 72nd minute through Kwame Peprah, who was subsequently red-carded for removing his shirt during his celebration.

The match was further spiced up when Mumbai City’s goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa suffered a collision and needed medical treatment. However, he was able to return to the pitch shortly after.

The turning point came in the 75th minute when Nathan Rodrigues restored Mumbai City’s lead. The Islanders then sealed the victory in the 90th minute through a penalty converted by Chhangte.

The win moves Mumbai City FC up to 10th place on the ISL table with six points, while Kerala Blasters remain in ninth with eight points.

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