Synopsis
On February 2, 2023, Sethu FC reclaimed their winning form by defeating HOPS FC 2-0 at Ambedkar Stadium. Goals from Phanjoubam Nirmala Devi and Moussa Zouwairatou secured the victory, while HOPS struggled to find their footing in the match.Key Takeaways
- Sethu FC secured a 2-0 victory.
- Goals scored by Nirmala Devi and Moussa Zouwairatou.
- Sethu FC dominated possession throughout the game.
- HOPS FC remains at the bottom of the table.
- Sethu's midfield played a crucial role in the victory.
New Delhi, Feb 2 (NationPress) Sethu FC made a triumphant return to form, securing a 2-0 victory over the home team HOPS FC at the Ambedkar Stadium on Sunday, with goals scored in each half.
The winning side's goals came from Phanjoubam Nirmala Devi (30’) and Moussa Zouwairatou from Cameroon (54’), bringing their points total to 10 after five matches. Meanwhile, HOPS remains at the bottom of the standings with just one point from five games.
Sethu FC dominated the match right from the start, controlling possession and pushing HOPS deep into their half. The midfielders—Amnah Nababi, Malavika P, Purnima Kumari, and Hadijah Nandago—executed their game plan flawlessly, utilizing quick one-touch passes and effective give-and-go plays.
In the 30th minute, Sethu FC broke the deadlock with a composed finish from Nirmala Devi. A long free-kick by K Ngopawdi from the halfway line caused confusion in the HOPS penalty area. The HOPS goalkeeper rushed out but mishandled the ball, allowing Nirmala to seize the opportunity and delicately lob it into the top right corner.
As the game progressed, Sethu's dominance became more pronounced. HOPS, forced into a defensive stance, relied on counterattacks but found it challenging to penetrate Sethu’s organized defense. The midfield quartet continued to create intricate patterns, leaving HOPS chasing shadows.
Sethu FC maintained their set-piece supremacy as Ngopawdi delivered another critical free-kick from the attacking half. Her precise low delivery evaded the HOPS defense, setting up Moussa to head the ball into the goal, leaving goalkeeper Manisha helpless as the ball sailed into the net.
Sethu's tactical acumen and midfield mastery clearly outperformed their rivals, leaving HOPS with little to show for their hard work. Sethu FC continued to control the tempo, crafting multiple chances but unable to extend their lead due to a lack of finishing precision.
