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Kombans Clinch Thriller! Comeback Win Keeps Knockout Hopes Alive
14 Nov
Summary
- Kombans staged a remarkable comeback, scoring three goals after conceding early.
- V. Arjun's brace secured a crucial 3-2 victory for the Thiruvananthapuram Kombans.
- The win moves Kombans to fourth place, intensifying the Super League Kerala knockout race.
Thiruvananthapuram Kombans secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Forca Kochi in a hard-fought Super League Kerala encounter. The home team demonstrated significant resilience, overcoming an early deficit to clinch the crucial points.
Forca Kochi took the lead in the 23rd minute through Nithin Madhu's header. However, the Kombans quickly responded, with K. Sreeraj equalizing before halftime. V. Arjun then emerged as the hero in the second half, scoring twice to give the Kombans a commanding lead.
Despite a late header from Forca Kochi's Paulo Henrique in injury time, the Kombans held on for the win. This result is vital for their knockout stage aspirations, placing them fourth in the league with 11 points, level with Malappuram FC and just behind Forca Kochi (13 points) and leaders Calicut FC (17 points).
