Fri Jan 31 03:31:35 UTC 2025: ## Blasters Rout Chennaiyin FC 3-1 in Chennai
**Chennai:** Kerala Blasters FC secured a resounding 3-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC at the latter’s home ground in Chennai, dealing a significant blow to the home team’s playoff hopes. The win marks the second time this season that Blasters have defeated Chennaiyin by a comfortable margin.
Jesús Giménez opened the scoring for Blasters in the 3rd minute, stunning Chennaiyin early on. The match took a dramatic turn in the 37th minute when Chennaiyin’s Wilmar Jordán received a direct red card for a foul on Danish Farooq, reducing Chennaiyin to ten men.
Kerala Blasters further extended their lead in first-half injury time through young Coro Singh, assisted by Adrian Luna. This goal marked Coro Singh as the youngest goalscorer for Blasters this season. Kwame Peprah added a third goal for Blasters in the 56th minute, again with Luna providing the assist, effectively sealing the victory.
Chennaiyin managed a consolation goal in injury time through Vincy Barretto. The match saw some late drama when Luna appeared to have an altercation with teammate Nová after missing a late scoring chance.
Kerala Blasters dominated possession (52%), registering 11 shots with 5 on target. The victory keeps Kerala Blasters’ playoff hopes alive.
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