Fri Jan 31 02:41:57 UTC 2025: ## Kerala Blasters Defeat Chennaiyin FC in ISL Thriller
**Chennai, India:** Kerala Blasters secured a thrilling 3-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on [Date of Match], marking their first win at Chennaiyin’s home ground. The match was punctuated by a red card and late drama.
Kerala Blasters took an early lead with a goal from Jesús Giménez in the third minute, the fastest goal of the season for the Blasters. The game took a decisive turn in the 37th minute when Chennaiyin’s Wilmar Jordán received a red card for a handball against Drinan. Playing with ten men, Chennaiyin struggled to contain the Blasters’ attacks.
Before halftime, Coro Singh doubled Kerala’s lead. Early in the second half, Kwame Peprah added a third goal, effectively sealing the victory. Chennaiyin managed a late consolation goal through Vincy Barretto but could not mount a comeback.
The win boosts Kerala Blasters’ playoff hopes, moving them to 24 points from 19 matches. Meanwhile, Chennaiyin FC, with 18 points from the same number of games, face a setback in their own playoff aspirations. The match also saw a heated exchange between Kerala Blasters captain Adrian Luna and Noah Sadaoui, highlighting the intensity of the encounter. Adrian Luna was named the Man of the Match for his two assists and four key passes. The game was further overshadowed by news of Muhammdan’s coach Chernyshov resigning due to three months of unpaid salary, filing a complaint with FIFA.
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