NorthEast United FC Vs Punjab FC, ISL 2024-25 Highlights: Highlanders And Shers Share Spoils In Dramatic 1-1 Draw

𒆙Hey everyone! NorthEast United FC take on Punjab FC tonight at 7:30 PM IST. Stay tuned for all the action.

NorthEast United FC and Punjab FC 🧸have met three times, with each team securing a win once, while one match ended in a draw.

ꦅThe NorthEast United FC vs Punjab FC, ISL 2024-25 match can be live streamed on the Jio Cinema app and website in India. It will be live telecast on the Sports 18 network TV channels in India.

𒊎Players are lining up for the national anthem, and the stadium is buzzing with energy and excitement. It's game time, folks. We're all set for an action-packed Indian Super League fixture. Are you ready for the kick-off? Let's go.

🤪And we're off! The game kicks off, and the home crowd is fired up, bringing that electric energy! First shot on target already, Michel Zabaco's header from the center of the box is saved in the bottom right corner.

🔯Great set-up by Alaaeddine Ajaraie with that perfect cross. The Highlanders are wasting no time and all eyes are on Ajaraie, he's making things happen out there.

༒In the 16th minute, Ezequiel Vidal of Punjab FC wins a free kick on the right wing. Meanwhile, in the 13th minute, NorthEast United FC's Jithin Madathil Subran misses a close header from the right side of the six-yard box, just missing to the right after being set up by Buanthanglun Samte's cross.

ꦰThe home crowd is on their feet, and we know exactly why – it’s none other than Alaaeddine Ajaraie who’s made them jump with joy! In the 24th minute, Ajaraie scores a stunning left-footed shot from the centre of the box, sending it straight into the bottom right corner.

෴NorthEast United FC take the lead 1-0 against Punjab FC, and the stadium is buzzing with excitement.

Asheer Akhtar of NorthEast United FC is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

꧋As halftime approaches, Punjab FC are pushing hard for an equalizer, creating pressure in the defensive half. Meanwhile, Jithin Madathil Subran of NorthEast United FC sees yellow for a rough tackle, adding to the drama of an already intense match.

🤪The first half ends with NorthEast United FC leading 1-0 against Punjab FC, thanks to a well-taken goal by Alaaeddine Ajaraie in the 24th minute, delighting the home crowd. The game has seen its share of action, with both teams battling hard.

🦄NorthEast United FC's Redeem Tlang and Macarton Nickson came close to doubling the lead but couldn't capitalize. Punjab FC, on the other hand, have been pressing for an equalizer, with Ezequiel Vidal and Ricky Shabong making notable attempts, though they lacked the finishing touch.

🦩The match has been intense, with yellow cards shown to Jithin Madathil Subran, Asheer Akhtar, and Pramveer Singh, reflecting the physical nature of the contest. With three minutes of added time closing the first half, Punjab FC will look to regroup and mount a comeback in the second half.

ℱThe second half kicks off with NorthEast United FC holding a slender 1-0 lead over Punjab FC. The Shers make an immediate tactical adjustment, bringing on Filip Mrzljak to replace Ezequiel Vidal, aiming to inject fresh energy into their midfield. The stage is set for an exciting half as both teams look to make their mark.

♎Punjab FC come close, but Khaiminthang Lhungdim's left-footed effort from outside the box sails just wide of the left post, following a neat setup by Nihal Sudheesh.

ꦐSubstitution for NorthEast United FC - Nestor Albiach replaces Guillermo Fernandez.

♍Khaiminthang Lhungdim scores his first-ever league goal with a stunning clean shot, bringing Punjab FC back into the game. The NorthEast crowd, buzzing moments ago, has fallen completely silent.

♎As full-time approaches, the second half turns chaotic and dramatic. Added time sees it all—an extra ball on the pitch, rough tackles, yellow cards, and tension running high. Despite the flurry of activity, neither team manages a shot on goal.

🌃In the 90'+1', Míchel Zabaco (NorthEast United FC) picks up a yellow card for a reckless foul. Moments later, in the 90'+2', Muhammad Suhail (Punjab FC) wins a free kick in the defensive half, providing a brief respite. However, the drama continues as Khaiminthang Lhungdim (Punjab FC) receives a second yellow card for a bad foul, reducing the Shers to ten men in a tense finish.

𝔉NorthEast United FC and Punjab FC played to a 1-1 draw on Friday, January 10. The second half was dramatic in every way, but the scoring, with red and yellow cards handed out, a double-ball confusion, and much more. Despite the chaos, the teams couldn't break the deadlock, ending the match level.

ౠThat's all from this match. We'll see you soon with another live blog. Until then, good night.