Fri, Sep 24 10 10:42 PM
Cuttack, Sep 24 (PTI) Lajong FC and Salgaocar of Goa drew 2-2 to share the points in a keenly contested Group D match of the 32nd Federation Cup quarter-final match at the Barabati Stadium here today. Having lost to fancied Mohan Bagan in their previous clash on Wednesday, a desperate Shillong FC took early lead in the match but failed to capitalise on it after the interval. Aided by a gem of supply from winger, B L Lalthemphara neatly scored a header to romp home the early goal at the 13th minute igniting jubilation in the stadium. Salgaocar launched counter-attack to restore parity dominating the opposition citadel repeatedly but the Lajong stoppers frustrated opposition strikers throughout the first half. Salgaocar captain Luciano Sobraosa penetrated Shillong defence in the 63rd minute and scored the equaliser with a powerful hit. Salgaocar was eager to consolidate its position by registering a second consecutive win while Shillong badly needed a win. With the clock getting nearer to the hooter, Shillong stunned Salgaocar at the 86th minute with a goal by Boithang Hoakip taking 2-1 lead. However, Shillong''s joy was shortlived as a spirited Salgaocar came from behind to level the score two minutes later. With today''s draw, Salgaocar and Shillong got one point each. Salgaocar have four points from two outings having beaten Mumbai FC 2-0 on Wednesday, while Shillong have got only one point from as many matches. Shillong had lost to Mohan Bagan 0-1 in their first match of the tournament on Wednesday.
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