Football

ISL 2020:21: We deserved three points against SC East Bengal – Gerard Nus

 

NorthEast United FC continued their good form in the ongoing Hero Indian Super League as they defeated SC East Bengal by 2-0 at Tilak Maidan Stadium, Vasco on Saturday. SC East Bengal had themselves to blame for the first goal as S Chandam scored an own goal but it was poor defending from the club.

Subsequently, NorthEast United FC doubled their lead in the injury time when substitute Suhair Vadakkepeedika assisted Chahara, who scored his maiden ISL goal. The team’s head coach Gerard Nus stated that his side deserved to win all the three points against SC East Bengal as they came up with a fine performance.

“We definitely deserved to get these three points. We did many good things but we have to keep working. It is just the beginning of the season and we are building a team, and I’m completely convinced that we had a great performance.” 

On the other hand, Nus heaped praise on young winger Ninthoinganba Meetei for his brilliant performance in the match. Meetei was instrumental in setting up the first goal as he it was his cross that eventually went into the net.

“Ninthoi is a player who represents the future of India. He is a great example of a player who is good in attack and is improving defensively as well. He is an amazing player,” he said. 

Meanwhile, SC East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler feels his team was able to create some great chances but they couldn’t make the most of it.

NorthEast United is yet to be defeated in the ongoing season as they have won two matches whereas two of their games have ended in a draw. Thus, they are in second place with eight points under their belt.

NorthEast United FC will next face Bengaluru FC on 8th December at Fatorda Stadium.

 

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Irfan Pathan opens up on India’s playing 11 changes for ENG vs IND 2025 5th Test

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan feels the Indian fast bowlers would be tired ahead of… Read More

July 31, 2025

Dhruv Jurel’s childhood coach reveals Gautam Gambhir’s inspiring chat with wicket-keeper ahead of 5th ENG vs IND 2025 Test

With Dhruv Jurel all set to replace injured Rishabh Pant in the fifth Test match… Read More

July 31, 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin backs Ravindra Jadeja to bat at no.5 in 5th Test against England

Former Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin feels Ravindra Jadeja can bat at number five in the… Read More

July 30, 2025

Aakash Chopra lauds Shubman Gill’s century in ENG vs IND 2025 4th Test

Former Indian Test opener Aakash Chopra has showered praise on captain Shubman Gill for continuing… Read More

July 30, 2025

Shubman Gill rates Manchester hundred as most pleasing ahead of 5th Test against England

Former Indian captain Shubman Gill has rated the Old Trafford century as the most pleasing… Read More

July 29, 2025

Brad Haddin backs England to win final Test match against India in Anderson-Tendulkar series

Former Australian wicket-keeper bat Brad Haddin has backed England to win the fifth and final… Read More

July 29, 2025