ISL 2015: Goa look to overturn deficit against Delhi Dynamos

Delhi Dynamos have their task cut out against hosts FC Goa, who will be eager to overturn a 1-0 deficit in their return leg semi-final of the Hero Indian Super League football here on Tuesday.

Seeking to make the final in front of their home crowd on Sunday, FC Goa found the going tough in the first leg semi-final as they went down for the first time in five meetings to the Dynamos.

They will need to win on Tuesday by a 2-0 margin if they are to enter their maiden final.

FC Goa adopted a defensive approach and attacked on counters in the last match. The ploy did work as they created chances but they failed to score until their opponent struck the only goal through Robin Singh in the first half after defender Raju Gaikwad was injured.

FC Goa coach Zico said, “It was a good match as both teams played equally. We did well to soak the pressure until Gaikwad got injured and they took advantage and scored against us in the dying minutes of the first half, which ultimately remained the match winner.

“Just like them we too had chances to find the equaliser but our players failed to cash in. But tomorrow we need to remain more sharp in shooting if we are to win and qualify for the finals.”

Dynamos, who are high on confidence after their solitary goal win, will be contend with even a draw. The teams met thrice this season, with Dynamos winning the last game.

Dynamos’ marquee manager cum player Roberto Carlos is happy to be here once again.

“The last time they (my players) came here they lost but now they have come here with an advantage of winning at home in the first leg semi-finals and want to repeat the same here.”