Sat Dec 07 15:10:42 UTC 2024: ## East Bengal FC Triumphs Over Chennaiyin FC in 2-0 Away Victory
**Chennai, India –** East Bengal FC secured their second consecutive Indian Super League (ISL) victory on Saturday, defeating Chennaiyin FC 2-0 in an away match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Goals from PV Vishnu (54th minute) and Jeakson Singh (84th minute) sealed the win for the Kolkata-based club, extending their winning streak after their previous victory against NorthEast United FC.
The first half saw a tightly contested match with both teams creating half-chances. East Bengal’s Daniel Chukwu Chima came close to scoring, but his header missed the target. Despite a lively atmosphere fueled by enthusiastic East Bengal fans, the score remained 0-0 at halftime.
The deadlock was broken in the 54th minute when Vishnu slotted the ball into the net following good build-up play by East Bengal. Chennaiyin made substitutions in an attempt to equalize, bringing on Cleiton Silva at the start of the second half, but East Bengal’s defense held firm. Further substitutions were made by both sides, adding to the intensity of the match.
Jeakson Singh’s stunning long-range strike in the 84th minute effectively secured the win for East Bengal, silencing the home crowd and sending the travelling supporters into raptures. Despite late pressure from Chennaiyin, East Bengal held on to claim a well-deserved victory. The win cements East Bengal’s improved form in the ISL and marks a significant away victory.
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