In a thrilling ISL final, Mumbai City FC came from behind to defeat Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-1 and claim the title. After an early lead by Mohun Bagan, Mumbai City FC made a comeback in the second half with goals from Jorge Pereyra Diaz, Bipin Singh, and Jakub Vojtus. The Islanders' victory was a revenge for their loss against the same team in the previous season's finale, and also marked their second ISL title win. Mumbai City FC's Phurba Lachenpa won the Golden Glove award, while Dimitrios Diamantakos from Kerala Blasters FC was awarded the Golden Boot. Mumbai City FC's Vikram Partap Singh was also recognized as the Emerging Player of the League.
Mumbai City FC Triumphs in Thrilling ISL Final, Claiming Second Title
Background
The Indian Super League (ISL) is the top tier of professional football in India. The league was established in 2014 and consists of 11 teams from across the country. The ISL season typically runs from October to March, with a regular season followed by playoffs and a final.
Match Summary
The ISL final on March 13, 2023, was played between Mumbai City FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa. Mohun Bagan took an early lead through a goal by Aniket Jadhav in the 10th minute.
However, Mumbai City FC fought back in the second half. Jorge Pereyra Diaz equalized in the 50th minute, before Bipin Singh put Mumbai City FC ahead in the 62nd minute. Jakub Vojtus sealed the victory with a goal in the 70th minute.
Mumbai City FC's Victory
Mumbai City FC's victory was a revenge for their loss against the same team in the previous season's finale. It was also the Islanders' second ISL title win, after their first triumph in 2020-21.
Phurba Lachenpa of Mumbai City FC won the Golden Glove award for the best goalkeeper in the league, while Dimitrios Diamantakos from Kerala Blasters FC was awarded the Golden Boot for the most goals scored. Mumbai City FC's Vikram Partap Singh was also recognized as the Emerging Player of the League.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who won the ISL final in 2023? Mumbai City FC defeated Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-1.
2. Who scored the goals for Mumbai City FC? Jorge Pereyra Diaz, Bipin Singh, and Jakub Vojtus.
3. Who is the current Golden Boot winner in the ISL? Dimitrios Diamantakos from Kerala Blasters FC.
4. Who won the Emerging Player of the League award? Vikram Partap Singh from Mumbai City FC.
5. What was the attendance at the ISL final? 32,690.
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