Kerala head coach Ivan Vukomanovic lauded his players for the fight they showed. After the game, the Kerala Blasters FC gaffer told the media:
Vukomanovic narrated how Kerala Blasters FC got back on track in the second half after a goalless first half. He said:
Before Ayush Adhikari picked up his second yellow and got sent off, KBFC were on top of the Highlanders and had a one-goal lead. However, after the red card in the 70th minute, NorthEast United FC upped the ante with the man advantage.
The Tuskers still managed to score against the run of play in the 82nd minute and seal the tie. NorthEast United FC scored a goal at the end but it was too late.
Asked if the performance spoke a lot about the character of the team, Vukomanovic said:
He further added:
The coach also talked about Adhikari’s performance and his sending off against NorthEast United FC. He said:
We have to sit down and solve the problem: Khalid Jamil after NorthEast United FC’s loss against Kerala Blasters FC
While Ivan Vukomanovic was visibly elated by his team’s performance, NorthEast United FC coach Khalid Jamil looked like a dejected figure. His answers were precise, unlike his side’s passing in the final third.
Asked if Kerala Blasters FC were the better team on the night, the Highlanders head coach said:
Although Kerala Blasters FC were down to 10 men, NorthEast United FC failed to capitalize on the advantage. Speaking about the same, Jamil said:
He added:
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