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ISL 2024/25: “Second half changes makes the difference”, Panagiotis Dilmperis says at the post match press conference…
Ray Sportz Web Desk: Punjab FC entered into the ISL last season after a brilliant performance in the I League. But they did not make their marks onto the very first season. But now in current season, Punjab FC have done brilliant job. At Friday, Punjab beat Mohammedan sporting club on 2-0 margin at home and climbed on the 3rd position of the Indian Super League points table with 18 points after playing 9 matches. Punjab FC head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis shares his team’s recent mood at the post match press conference.
Panagiotis Dilmperis second half changes makes the difference in the match. He said, “we did not play good in the first half. But Mohammedan SC did a little bit better than us at the first half. But the changes I made in the second half is just to avoid injuries of players. But I think now we are happy because we won the match at the end. We play different at the second half. They play very well and keep theirs patience. So that’s we able to win the match”.
Panagiotis Dilmperis also said about mohammedan sporting foreign players. He said, “Mohammedan have a player like Carlos Franka who makes the difference in the match at any time. But Mohammedan deploy all indian centre backs in the match. So that’s we also changes in our squad. But we did not able hold the ball and play. But I warned my all footballers and they understand this.” Punjab FC is already scored 16 goals where 12 goals are come into the second half. Panagiotis Dilmperis says, “This our football philosophy. We did not won a match at the first half. You have to be patient and have to follow your plan up to the end of the game.”
Ray Sportz Web Desk: In a dramatic twist to the I-League 2024–25 season, Inter Kashi have officially been declared champions after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) overturned the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Appeals Committee’s earlier ruling that had penalized the club.
The AIFF had previously stripped Inter Kashi of crucial points, citing the fielding of an allegedly ineligible player, thereby handing the title to Churchill Brothers. However, CAS ruled on July 18 that the deduction was unjustified, restoring Inter Kashi’s full points tally and their place atop the league with 42 points.
Following the CAS verdict, the AIFF confirmed it would comply with the decision, clearing the path for Inter Kashi to be officially recognized as the 2024–25 I-League champions. Churchill Brothers and Real Kashmir finished second and third respectively.
This marks a historic moment for Inter Kashi, who now look set for promotion to the Indian Super League (ISL), pending formalities.
Ray Sportz Web Desk: Emami East Bengal FC has strengthened its squad for the 2025–26 season by signing Brazilian midfielder Miguel Figueira, Palestinian midfielder Mohammed Rashid, and Argentine defender Kevin Sibille.
All three players bring international experience and are expected to play key roles under head coach Oscar Bruzon. Figueira reunites with Bruzon after a successful stint at Bangladesh’s Bashundhara Kings. Rashid, a regular for the Palestinian national team, adds defensive solidity to the midfield, while Sibille, a River Plate Academy graduate, arrives from Spanish side SD Ponferradina to bolster the defense.
Coach Bruzon expressed confidence in the trio’s ability to make an immediate impact. “These are quality players who fit our tactical framework,” he said.
The players expressed excitement at joining East Bengal and looked forward to playing in front of passionate Kolkata fans.
Ray Sportz Web Desk: Indian national team winger Bipin Singh Thounaojam has officially joined Emami East Bengal FC on a two-year contract, with an option to extend for a further year. The 29-year-old joins the Red & Gold Brigade on a free transfer from Mumbai City FC, where he spent seven years, making a record 158 appearances and scoring 28 goals with 17 assists.
Renowned for his speed and attacking flair, Bipin will wear jersey number 29. Welcoming him, Emami East Bengal’s Head of Football Thangboi Singto praised Bipin’s creativity and goal-scoring prowess, while Head Coach Oscar Bruzon highlighted his international pedigree and experience as key to strengthening the squad.
Bipin, who made his India debut in 2021, expressed excitement about joining the historic club, vowing to give his all to help East Bengal win titles and create memories for the fans.
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