In the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023–24, Odisha FC defeated Jamshedpur FC 1-0 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex to record their fifth straight victory in all competitions.
“Many ask me why I sign players who have previously worked with me. It’s because I know these players as individuals and as professionals. Building strong relationships between Indian and foreign players is crucial, as head coach of Odisha FC Sergio Lobera stated recently in a league interview.
Running the show from the middle of the park, Jahouh is a complete player with brilliant assists in addition to his timely tackles. According to an ISL press release, he contributed to the goal in the 56th minute of play, which was given up to the Juggernauts by Jamshedpur FC defender Pratik Chaudhari.
Diego Mauricio is the highest scoring player in the Jamshedpur FC vs. Odisha FC match with four strikes. The Brazilian likes to play against the Red Miners and has done well against them in the past. But before the game, Lobera fielded a call that startled a lot of people.
Lobera started Roy Krishna in place of Mauricio because he had the luxury and freedom to rely on superior options on the bench. With extreme accuracy, the Fijian met Jahouh’s corner kick and put it in the net from close range, giving Odisha FC the victory in the end.
Even though Jamshedpur FC attempted 20 shots and three of them were on target during the game, their difficulties in front of goal continued as the creative team of Rei Tachikawa and Jeremy Manzorro, combined with the formidable presence of Daniel Chima Chukwu, could not help them find the elusive goal.
Key Performer of the Match
Ahmed Jahouh (Odisha FC)
Jahouh was the heartbeat of the game for the Juggernauts, completing 75 passes with an 87 per cent accuracy, making four tackles, creating five goal-scoring opportunities, and attempting six tackles in addition to making the decisive assist that secured the three points for Odisha FC.
What’s next for both teams?
Odisha FC will next play the Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the Salt Lake Stadium on December 6. Jamshedpur FC will be squaring off against Chennaiyin FC at home the following day.
Brief Scores
Jamshedpur FC 0 – 1 Odisha FC (Roy Krishna 56′).
