Kalinga Super Cup 2024: Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong Highlights | Peprah's brace and Aimen's goal help Kerala beat Shillong Lajong by 3-1
Kwame Peprah's brace in the first half and Mohammed Aimen's goal in the second half helped Kerala Blasters have an easy win over I-league club Shillong Lajong in Kalinga Super Cup 2024.
Kerala Blasters FC defeated Shillong Lajong FC by 3-1 in their first match of Kalinga Super Cup 2024 on Wednesday in Bhubaneshwar. Kwame Peprah scored two goals for the ISL table-toppers within the first half of the match. Shillong Lajong FC made a comeback with captain Renan Paulino De Souza scoring from the penalty spot for them. But, Mohammed Aimen's goal made sure Kerala Blasters FC would have an easy win against the I-League club.
We were Koushik Biswas and Abhishek Goswami, bringing you all the Live updates of the Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong match in Kalinga Super Cup 2024.
Checkout the highlights and moments of the match from our LIVE Blog below.
It's final whistle here at the Kalinga Stadium Pitch No.1 in Bhubaneshwar. Kerala Blasters get their first win of the Kalinga Super Cup 2024. Kwame Peprah with a brace for Kerala and Mohammed Aimen with the other one for the ISL toppers.
Renan Paulino De Souza scored the lone goal for Shillong Lajong FC from the penalty spot.
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90+3' | Danish makes an important delflection
After an early mistake, Danish Farooq runs back to make a great deflection to deny Douglas the goal. Surely's Douglas' shot was heading towards the goal.
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85' | Peprah wins the player of the Match award
Kwame Peprah won the player of the match award for his two goals against Shillong Lajong.
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81' | 9 minutes to go and Shillong Lajong players aren't looking like scoring another here
Kerala Blasters FC players are just toying with Shillong Lajong FC players. Daisuke, Prabir Das and others have been superb holding the position for the ISL team.
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75' | Change for Shillong Lajong | KBFC 3-1 SLFC
Sangti Janai Shianglong is reaplced by Kynsaibor Lhuid for Shillong Lajong FC.
Danish recieved the ball after a mistake from Shillong Lajong defender and passed it to Diamantakos, who shoot it with power but narrowly missed the target.
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90' | Five minutes added to the full time | KBFC 3-1 SLFC
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66' | Vidyasagar replaces Peprah | KBFC 3-1 SLFC
Bidyashagar Singh replaces Peprah for Kerala Blasters.
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61' | Substitue for Kerala Blasters FC | KBFC 3-1 SLFC
Sourav Mondal reaplced Mohammed Aimen in the 61st minute of the Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong match in Kalinga Super Cup 2024.
46' | Second goal for Kerala; Aimen scores | KBFC 2-1 SLFC
Mohammed Aimen after scoring his first goal for the tournament against Shillong Lajong FC. Image | KBFC
An easy finish for Mohammed Aimen here. A brilliant cross from Daisuke from the right. The goalkeeper could have done better but an unmarked Aimen would have always netted the ball from that position.
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46' | The second half starts | KBFC 2-1 SLFC
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45+3' | Diamantakos hits the bar | KBFC 2-1 SLFC
Diamantakos hits the bar from the left of the box minutes before the first-half whistle. Peprah was there to shoot the rebound ball, but conould not connect the ball as it went to Daisuke, whose shot was saved by Chalieu.
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30' | Goal for Shillong | KBFC 2-1 SLFC
It's game on in Kerala Blasters vs Shillong FC in Bhubaneswar. Renan Paulino De Souza scores Shillong's first goal from the penalty spot.
A cool and clam penalty taken by the Brazilian. He shoots it left of Sachin for an easy finish.
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27' | Peprah scores his second | KBFC 2-0 SLFC
Kwame Peprah hugging Prabir Das, the assist provider of his second goal in the Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong FC in Kaling Super Cup 2024. Image | KBFC
Peprah scores his second of the match. Prabir Das with the assist this from for a cut-back pass by Daisuke. Prabir's cross deflected from Allen and lobbed up for Peprah for his second of the match.
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15' | Goal for Kerala Blasters | KBFC 1-0 SLFC
Peprah scores the first goal for the match for Kerala Blasters and it's not the last for sure. Three foreign doing the job for them.
Daisuke first played the ball along the field to Diamantakos who provided a great assist to Peprah. Peprah did not miss the chance to sent the ball left to the goalkeeper for his first of the Kalinga Super Cup.
15' PEPRAH DRAWS FIRST BLOOD!
Our Ghanian striker makes no mistake as he calmly slots it past the keeper to give us the lead!
82' | Double change for Kerala Blasters | KBFC 3-1 SLFC
Bryce Brian Miranda and Sandeep Singh Soraisham replaced Daisuke and Prabir Das for Kerala Blasters FC. Meanwhile for Shillong Lajong, Wadajied Kynsai Ryngkhlem replaced Elhadji Abdou Karim Samb in the offence.
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46' | Double change for Shillong | KBFC 3-1 SLFC
Saveme Tariang and Denzil Kharshandi come in for Shillong Lajong replacing Allen Camper Lyngdoh Nongbri and Pursunep.
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29' | Penalty for Shillong!
Sachin Suresh is penalised for stopping Karim inside the box. Douglas with a great pass for Karim from the midfield and Sachin had to comeout to deny Karim but made the foul while trying to collect the ball from Karim's feet.
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24' | Wahlang gets the first yellow of the match | KBFC 1-0 SLFC
Hamedamanbha Wahlang gets the first yellow card of the match.
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19' | Suresh with a great save | KBFC 1-0 SLFC
Douglas' left-footed strike from outside the box was on target. However, a diving Sachin Suresh makes a great save to deny him the goal.
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7' | Karim misses an easy chance
Karim misses an easy chance for Shillong. A great cross from Pursunep from right. But, Karim could not connect the ball properly for the first goal of the match.
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5' | Mohammad Aimen's shot misses the target narrowly
Aimen's shot from the left of the box misses the goal narrowly. Kerala looking threatin from the start.
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We are just minutes away from the kickoff!
Team captains posing for a photo before the game.
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Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong | Playing XIs
Where to watch the Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong FC match?
All the matches of the Super Cup 2024 including the Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong FC will be televised on Sports18 channel in India. Moreover, fans can watch the match on Jio Cinema as well.
We will try to win the games. There are some players playing for the Indian team, whom we are proud of. We will have new young players. There will be few experiments in the this tournament. We do not expect a good game against Lajong. In this weather, it will be always tough.
Kerala Blasters FC coach Ivan Vukonamovic
Very tough match for us since we are playing against one of the best teams of ISL. We will looking for a great match. We will try to compete against all the teams in the group.
Bobby Lyngdoh, coach, Shillong Lajong
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How can you watch the Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong FC Kalinga Super Cup 2024 match?
The Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong FC Kalinga Super Cup 2024 match will be televised on Sports18. The match will also be live-streamed on Jio Cinema app and website.
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Kalinga Super Cup 2024: Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong Preview
Kerala Blasters FC will face Shillong Lajong in the first match of Group B in the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 on 10th January at the Kalinga Stadium. Kerala Blasters are sitting on the top of the ISL table with 26 points in 12 matches and are enjoying every bit of it.
Meanwhile, Shillong Lajong FC is currently sitting fifth in the I-League 2023-24 with 19 points from 11 matches. Bobby Nongbet's side has won just two out of their last five matches and it will be a tough contest against Kerala Blasters on Tuesday.
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Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong LIVE | 3' | Goal but off-side
Karim Samb found the net in the third minute of the game but the referee's whistle for the off-side denied the goal.
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Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong LIVE | Kick-off
Here we go. Shilong in their whites and Kerala Blasters in purple.
Discover the PSG phenoms Senny Mayulu and Desire Doue, who etched their names in the history of youngest goalscorers in Champions League finals after scoring against Inter Milan to win their first UCL title.
The UEFA Champions League final represents the pinnacle of Europeam Club football, a stage where heroes are crowned. For any player, scoring in this momentous match is a big achivement, and for a few, that moment comes at an astonishingly young age!
Dive into the list of 5 youngest goalscorers in Champions League finals, with the spotlight on recent additions of Paris Saint-Germain's Mayulu and Doue, who have etched their names on this exclusive list.
5. Lars Ricken (20 years 322 days) | 1997
Lars Ricken scoring a goal against Juventus in 1997 Champions League finals. Image | Bundesliga
In 1997, Borussia Dortmund's local boy, Lars Ricken etched his name into Champions League final history with a goal against Juventus. Coming on as a substitute, he took just 16 seconds to score the goal after entering the pitch!
At just 20 years and 322 days old, his impactful goal helped Dortmund secure a 3-1 victory, and it still remains one of the most iconic moments in UCL finals history.
4. Desire Doue (19 years 362 days) | 2025
Desire Doue celebrates after scoring a brilliant goal against Inter Milan in 2025 Champions League finals. Image | Instagram
The 2025 UEFA Champions League final saw a remarkably young talent make his mark on field. Desire Doue added his name in this list of youngest goalscorers with scoring twice (20' , 63') in the finals against Inter Milan.
He scored the second and third goal of the match, which significantly gave PSG a boost in this high-stakes match. His attacking style and dominant gameplay at just 19 years and 362 days of age, was great to watch.
Doue's name will be forever treasured in the books of PSG's success in UEFA Champions League.
Carlos Alberto celebrates his goal in the 2004 Champions League finals. Image | Instagram
Carlos Alberto of FC Porto scored a stunning goal in the 2004 Champions League finals at the age of 19 years and 167 days. He scored the first goal of the match, which eventually led to a victory of 3-0 against AS Monaco FC.
He delivered a memorable moment for the team and became the key figure in Porto's surprising triumph, that too, for their second UCL title.
2. Senny Mayulu (19 years 14 days) | 2025
Senny Mayulu celebrates after scoring a goal for PSG in 2025 Champions League. Image | BBC
In the electrifying final of 2025 Champions League, PSG got another young talent who didn't just play; he made history. Senny Mayulu, at just 19 years and 14 days old, became the second-youngest goalscorer ever in the Champions League final.
Mayulu scored the final goal in their 5-0 victory against Inter Milan, and his strike in a match of such immense pressure solidified his status as an emerging player for the Parisian giants.
Patrick Kluivert celebrates his 1995 Champions League final goal for Ajax. Image | Instagram
Topping the list as the youngest goalscorer in Champions League final is Patrick Kluivert. In 1995 final, playing for Ajax, he scored the decisive goal in the 85th minute, securing a 1-0 victory against AC Milan.
At just 18 years and 327 days of age, his crucial finish brought Ajax's fifth UCL title home, and established him as an iconic talent who made history in European football's grandest stage.
After Luis Enrique became only the sixth football manager to win the Champions League with different clubs, we present you with some interesting football facts about managers with the most UCL titles in their careers.
In Europe, the Champions League is seen as the most demanding title among players, managers, and clubs from all over Europe. The Giant clubs compete for this specific trophy every year, with the prestige and financial rewards received from the tournament being among the biggest in club football.
Achieving success in this competition is usually seen by most players and managers as the benchmark of club-level achievement in Europe. For many managers, winning the Champions League is the ultimate goal.
Some managers, however, have managed to win the competition multiple times, some with multiple teams as well. Without further due, here are the interesting football facts of the five managers with the most Champions League titles.
Many regard Pep Guardiola as the greatest manager of his generation due to his success with all the clubs he has managed. The Spanish manager has won the competition thrice in his managerial career, two times with FC Barcelona and once with Manchester City.
Guardiola won his first Champions League title in his first season in charge of Barcelona, with his side defeating Manchester United 2-0 in 2008-09 as part of their first-ever treble. The former Barcelona midfielder was 38 years old at the time, making him the youngest manager to win the competition to date.
He won his second title two years later in the 2010-11 season, defeating the same opponent 3-1 in the final. Lionel Messi was the star of both triumphs, scoring both times.
Then he managed Bayern but wasn't able to bring any Champions League titles to the German Club. Finally, his 12-year wait came to an end when Manchester City defeated Inter Milan 1-0 in the Final of the UCL 2022-23 season.
Zinedine Zidane led Real Madrid in its most dominant period of the 21st century. The Frenchman won three titles with Los Blancos in three years in charge of the club.
Zidane won his first title just four months after he replaced Rafael Benitez as manager of Real Madrid. He led the side to defeat Atletico Madrid on penalties in the 2015-16 final.
The next season, Real Madrid defeated Juventus 4-1 in the final for their 12th crown.
Zidane led Real Madrid to a 3-1 win over Liverpool in the 2017-18 final. The Frenchman is the only manager in history to win the competition three consecutive times. He is also the first and only French manager to win the competition to date.
Bob Paisley | 3 European Cups
Bob Paisley was a Liverpool soccer player, manager, and administrator for almost 50 years.
No football manager demonstrated the art of leading quietly and without ego more than Bob Paisley. He won twenty trophies in nine years for Liverpool Football Club between 1974 and 1983.
He brought 3 European Cups, six League Championships (including three in a row in 1981, 1982, and 1983), three League Cups, 6 Charity Shields, one UEFA Cup, and the UEFA Super Cup.
Paisley is the only British manager to win the European Cup three times. Bob is now regarded as one of the best soccer managers of all time.
Carlo Ancelotti | 5 Champions League titles
Carlo Ancelotti is one of football's managerial greats of the 21st century. The Italian manager has won five Champions League titles in his time as a manager, having also won the competition twice as a player.
Ancelotti won his first Champions League title in the 2002-03 season with AC Milan as his side defeated Juventus on penalties in the final. He won his second title in the 2006-07 season as AC Milan defeated Liverpool 2-1.
Ancelotti won his third title with Real Madrid in the 2013-14 season after his side defeated Atlético Madrid 4-1. His fourth title came in the 2021-22 season with Real Madrid once again after a 1-0 victory over Liverpool.
They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC
From domestic league titles to European glory, they have won it all. With the recent addition of the UEFA Conference League 2025 to complete their historic collection; here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC for you to explore!
In the world of football, few clubs stand out like Chelsea FC. Their trophy cabinet tells a story of incredible success, proving that they have truly won it all!
With their recent UEFA Conference League 4-1 victory over Real Betis, Chelsea completed a historic sweep of all major UEFA titles.
Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC that defines their successful journey in the football world. Take a look.
European Royalty: Conquering the Continent
Chelsea FC lifting the trophy of UEFA Champions League 2021 after their 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the final. Image | Twitter
Chelsea have battled across the continent's most prestigious stages and won every major UEFA club trophy, a feat few clubs can claim.
Their crowning achivements including 2 UEFA Champions League titles, notable defeating Bayern Munich [1-1 (4-3 pens)] in 2012 and Manchester City (1-0) in 2021.
Beyond the Champions League, Chelsea also lifted the UEFA Europa League twice (2013, 2019), and the now-defunct UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1971, famously against Real Madrid in the replay, and also in 1998.
Additionally, two UEFA Super Cup victories (1998, 2021) further highlight their continental dominance.
The collection was completed with their 2025 UEFA Conference League triumph, where Chelsea FC beat Real Betis 4-1 in the final.
The domestic dominance of Chelsea FC
Chelsea lifting their second FA Cup title in 1997 after defeating Middlesbrough (2-1) in the final. Image | Facebook
Beyond their European conquests, they have also established as masters of England by securing highest domestic honors.
The Blues clinched the First Division/Premier League title and impress six times (1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017) along with eightFA Cup victories (1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018). This makes them the competition's most successful team.
Their domestic dominance also extends to League Cup, which they have won fivetimes in the following years: 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015.
Completing the Set: Global and Historic Honors
Chelsea FC lifting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy after their 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in 2021. Image | Wikipedia
Chelsea's trophy cabinet truly lives upto the "won it all" status by having a collection of unique, historical, and global titles.
The FIFA Club World Cup win over Palmeiras (2-1) in 2021, made them only London club to win the Champions League as well as FIFA Club WC.
Further adding to their phenomenal collection are fourCharity/Community Shield triumphs (1955, 2000, 2005, 2009), which mark their traditional early-season dominance.
As we move down to the final count, Chelsea also holds two Full Members' Club Victories (1986, 1990).
Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly
Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly. Get the full list and updates of this key preparatory match for the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.
Head coach Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Blue Tigers travelling squad for Thailand friendly on May 28, 2025. All the 28 players, who are currently a part of the ongoing camp in Kolkata, will travel to Thailand for the FIFA friendly for the June 4 fixture.
With a crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round on the horizon, the Indian Men's National Football Team is gearing up for a significant test. The squad will leave for Thailand on Wednesday evening for their friendly on June 4, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani at 18:00 IST.
Subsequently, the team will depart for Hong Kong on the next day (June 5) for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round fixture.
Kolkata: The Blue Tigers' pre-Thailand training hub
Sunil Chhetri along with the other squad members in Day 2 of training camp in Kolkata. Image | Facebook
The Blue Tigers' intensive training camp kicked off in Kolkata on May 19. The men in Blue underwent six full days of structured training and gym sessions. These were focused on refining patterns, defensive organisation, attacking transitions, and all other crucial elements for the gameplay.
A highlight of the camp was the inclusion of two practice matches:
On May 26, the Blue Tigers faced Santosh Trophy Champions Bengal, securing a 2-1 victory. (goal scorers: Brandon Fernandes and Ashique Kuruniyan)
On May 27, they faced North 24 Parganas, securing a 3-0 victory. (goal scorers: Sunil Chhetri, Chinglensana Singh Konsham and Udanta Singh Kumam)
Blue Tigers’ 28-member squad for the FIFA Friendly against Thailand
Indian Football: Rahul KP creates history, signs for West Ham United
Rahul KP, the Indian winger, will play for English Premier League club West Ham United in The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.
In a groundbreaking moment for Indian football, Rahul KP, the dynamic winger of Odisha FC, has been extended a prestigious invitation to represent English Premier League powerhouse West Ham United in the highly anticipated summer edition of The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.
This is the first time in Indian football history that an Indian player will represent a top-division English Premier League club men’s team. This is a monumental achievement not only for Rahul's burgeoning career and Odisha FC but also for the continued growth and recognition of the state of Odisha and Indian football on the international stage.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 4 to June 9, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. The tournament boasts a diverse international roster, with participating teams and players hailing from countries including the United Kingdom, Spain, Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, and India. The star-studded event will notably feature teams led by legendary footballers such as Luis Nani, Sergio Agüero, and Hope Solo.
Rahul KP will join a distinguished West Ham United squad that includes notable personalities like actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin, former Argentina international Mauro Zárate, and several professional athletes who have represented the United States in the World Indoor Football Cup.
The three group stage games featuring West Ham United will be broadcast live on YouTube channels. Additionally, these matches will be televised live on ESPN.