Jamshedpur FC put on a stunning show at the JRD Tata Sports Complex. They thrashed Chennaiyin FC 4-1 in what was a completely one-sided ISL encounter, leaving the home fans absolutely buzzing with joy.
The Men of Steel were in sensational form from the very first whistle. Mohammed Sanan led the charge with a brace, while Raphael Messi Bouli and Nikola Stojanovic also found the net for the dominant hosts.
Starting Lineups
The starting 11 of both teams are as follows.
Jamshedpur FC (4-4-2)
GK: Albino Gomes. DEF: N. Barla, Sarthak Golui, Pratik Chaudhari, Luka Cirkovic. MID: Rosenberg Gabriel, Nikola Stojanovic, L. Chawngthu, Madih Talal. FWD: Raphael Messi Bouli, Mohammed Sanan.
Chennaiyin FC (3-4-3)
GK: Muheet Nawaz. DEF: Eduardo Kau, Mohammed Bemammer, Pavel Kotal. MID: Mandar Rao Desai, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Alberto Noguera, L. Renthlei. FWD: Imran Khan, David Chukwu, Imran Yadwad.
Key Substitutions
The substitutions made by both teams are as follows.
Jamshedpur FC Substitutions
Jamshedpur made changes in the final stages. Rei Tachikawa replaced Madih Talal (74′). Mark Zothanpuia came on for Sarthak Golui (82′). Late subs saw Manvir Singh, Vincy Barretto, and Ritwik Das enter the fray.
Chennaiyin FC Substitutions
Chennaiyin made five second-half changes. Iñigo Martin replaced Bemammer (60′), Jiteshwor Singh Yumkhaibam came on for Hnamte (61′), S Prakadeswaran replaced Imran Khan (47′), and Vignesh Dakshinamurthy replaced Desai (86′).
Full Team Statistics
The full match stats are as follows.
| Jamshedpur FC | STATISTIC | Chennaiyin FC |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Shots | 9 |
| 6 | Shots on Target | 4 |
| 54% | Possession | 46% |
| 10 | Fouls | 14 |
| 1 | Yellow Cards | 3 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 3 | Offsides | 0 |
| 5 | Corners | 3 |
First Half Highlights: Jamshedpur FC Take Early Control
It took Jamshedpur FC just seven minutes to break the deadlock. Mohammed Sanan pounced on a brilliant Rosenberg Gabriel assist to fire the hosts ahead. The JRD faithful went absolutely wild with celebration.
Sanan’s clinical finish set the tone for the entire match. Jamshedpur pressed high and hard, creating problems for a disorganized Chennaiyin backline that struggled to cope with the pace and intensity on display.
Raphael Messi Bouli scored two goals with a cool finish in the 27th minute. N. Barla provided the assist as Jamshedpur stretched their lead comfortably. Chennaiyin had no answer to the relentless attacking pressure.
The half ended with a scoreline of 2-0 in Jamshedpur’s favor. Chennaiyin struggled to create clear chances in a first half where Jamshedpur looked every bit the dominant force they have been at home this season.
Second Half Highlights: Sanan’s Brace and Stojanovic Seals It
Mohammed Sanan struck again in the 58th minute, completing a brilliant brace with another sharp finish. Set up by Rosenberg Gabriel, Jamshedpur surged to a commanding 3-0 lead.
Sanan’s display was electric, combining perfect timing with ruthless finishing. His movement constantly troubled defenders, and the crowd roared in admiration, celebrating every touch of his standout performance.
Chennaiyin FC found a small breakthrough in the 69th minute through S Prakadeswaran, assisted by Inigo Martin. Despite fresh substitutions, their late spark wasn’t enough to shift momentum.
Nikola Stojanovic sealed the night in the 78th minute, finishing confidently from N. Barla’s assist. The 4-1 scoreline captured Jamshedpur’s dominance, leaving fans in complete celebration.
Goal-by-Goal Breakdown
All the goal scorers of the match are as follows.
| MINUTE | SCORER | ASSIST | TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7′ | Mohammed Sanan | Rosenberg Gabriel | Jamshedpur FC |
| 27′ | Raphael Messi Bouli | N. Barla | Jamshedpur FC |
| 58′ | Mohammed Sanan | Rosenberg Gabriel | Jamshedpur FC |
| 69′ | S Prakadeswaran | I. Martin | Chennaiyin FC |
| 78′ | Nikola Stojanovic | N. Barla | Jamshedpur FC |
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Conclusion: Jamshedpur FC Continue Their Fine Form
Jamshedpur FC were simply sensational from start to finish. Their 4-1 win over Chennaiyin FC sends a powerful message to every other team in the ISL. The Men of Steel look determined and dangerous at home.
Chennaiyin FC, on the other hand, had a night to forget. Their 14 fouls and three yellow cards showed frustration as the match slipped away. They will need a major improvement to recover from such a heavy defeat.
With Sanan firing, Messi Bouli being dangerous, and Stojanovic adding goals from midfield, Jamshedpur FC looks like a genuine title contender this season. The home fans at JRD Tata Sports Complex witnessed an absolute footballing masterclass.
