A revitalised Marcelinho and talisman Roy Krishna inspired ATK Mohun Bagan to a thrilling comeback victory as they edged Kerala Blasters 3-2 in a five-goal thriller at the Fatorda Stadium in the Indian Super League on Sunday.
Kerala led through goals from Gary Hooper (14’) and Costa Nhamoinesu (51’) before a goal from Marcelinho (59’) and a brace from Krishna (65, 87’) helped Bagan complete a thrilling comeback.
Marcelinho, having joined Bagan on loan from Odisha, was struggling for game time at his former club. But on Sunday he looked a man transformed, adding spark to the Mariners’ struggling attack, thriving in a free role up front.
The first half belonged to Kerala, who not only dominated possession but also created multiple chances.
Kerala started strong and missed a gilt-edged opportunity to take the lead in the fifth minute, failing to capitalize on a mistake from Tiri. The defender made a mess of a clearance which was intercepted by Jordan Murray, who found…