Tue Jan 14 04:09:29 UTC 2025: ## Kerala Blasters Stage Thrilling Comeback to Defeat Odisha FC 3-2

**Kochi, January 13, 2025** – Kerala Blasters secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Odisha FC in a thrilling Indian Super League (ISL) encounter at the [Stadium Name not specified in text]. Despite conceding an early goal, the Blasters fought back valiantly, fueled by the passionate support of their home crowd, to claim a hard-fought win.

Odisha FC took the lead in the 4th minute when Jerry Mawihmingthanga capitalized on a defensive lapse to slot the ball past the Blasters’ goalkeeper. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances in the first half, Kerala Blasters were unable to equalize before the break.

The second half witnessed a flurry of goals. Kwame Peprah (60th minute) leveled the score, expertly finishing a through ball. Kerala Blasters then took the lead in the 72nd minute through Jesús Jiménez, who tapped in after a brilliant cross from Adrian Luna.

Odisha FC pulled level once more in the 80th minute when Dorielton converted a rebound after a free-kick. However, with Odisha reduced to 10 men after Carlos Delgado received a second yellow card, Kerala Blasters pressed relentlessly. In the fifth minute of injury time, Noah Sadaoui’s shot, deflected by Rahim Ali, found the back of the net, sealing a thrilling 3-2 victory for the home side.

The win moves Kerala Blasters up to eighth place in the ISL standings with 20 points from 16 matches. Odisha FC, who suffered their fifth defeat of the season, remain in seventh place with 21 points. The match was notable not only for the exciting back-and-forth action but also for several near misses and crucial goal-line clearances, highlighting the intensity of the contest.

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