ISL: Hosts Inter Kashi go down to Kerala Blasters

PUNE: A goal in the 18th minute and one in the stoppage time helped Kerala Blasters FC score a win in their Indian Super League opener at the Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi on Sunday.Blasters defeated the hosts, Inter Kashi, who have made the Pune stadium their home ground this season. Though Blasters won 2-0, the play between the two goals saw a good fightback from the hosts.Coming with the memories of their 1-2 defeat in their last match of the previous season, the Blasters were pleasantly surprised to find their fans in the stadium. The stadium had over 3,600 spectators, supporting both the teams. Blasters attacked from the start.In the 18th minute, Mohanan hit a clean one with his right foot to take his team 1-0 up. Andre Green finished with a clean left-foot strike in the 90+ 4th minute to seal the match 2-0.In Margao, Churchill Brothers SC were writing a new chapter in their rich history in Indian football. The former I-League champions made their debut in the ISL one to remember with a spirited 2-1 victory against Mumbai City FC on Sunday.(WITH INPUTS FROM FLAVIO LOPES)Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.