Sat Jan 25 05:36:12 IST 2025: ## Kerala Blasters Fall to East Bengal in Kolkata
**Kolkata, India** – Kerala Blasters FC suffered a 2-1 defeat against East Bengal FC in an away match, ending their three-game unbeaten streak. East Bengal took the lead through a goal by Malayali player P.V. Vishnu in the 20th minute and extended their advantage with a goal from Hijazi Maher in the 72nd minute. Danish Farooq scored a late consolation goal for Blasters in the 84th minute. Despite the loss, Kerala Blasters remain in 8th position with 21 points from 18 matches. East Bengal, securing their first win after three consecutive defeats, climbed to 11th place with 17 points. Kerala Blasters next face Chennaiyin FC on January 30th at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. A top-six finish is crucial for Kerala Blasters to secure a playoff spot.
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