Mumbai City FC put on a spectacular performance to secure a 4-2 win against Kerala Blasters FC in the opening game of the Indian Super League 2024-25 season. Striker Nikolaos Karelis scored twice for Mumbai, while Nathan Rodrigues and Lallianzuala Chhangte also found the back of the net for the home side. Despite a strong comeback from Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City FC held on for a hard-fought victory.