Thu Jan 30 21:18:31 UTC 2025: ## Kerala Blasters Thrash Ten-Man Chennaiyin in Crucial ISL Victory
**Chennai, India** – Kerala Blasters FC secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC at the Marina Arena in a match that proved vital for their playoff hopes. The win marks Kerala Blasters’ first ever victory in Chennai.
The Blasters took an early lead, with Jesús Herrero scoring the fastest goal of the season for the Kerala side in just the 2nd minute and 6 seconds. Koroki Singh added another goal before halftime, and Kwame Peprah sealed the victory in the second half. Chennaiyin’s lone goal came from Vincy Barreto during injury time.
The match took a significant turn when Chennaiyin striker Jordan Gilli was sent off in the 36th minute after receiving a red card for a violent challenge on Blasters player Drinan. Playing with ten men for the majority of the second half significantly hampered Chennaiyin’s ability to mount a comeback.
This victory is crucial for Kerala Blasters, who were facing elimination from playoff contention with a loss. The win keeps their playoff hopes alive.
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