It was a tough away trip to the DY Patil Stadium as we succumbed to a harsh 5-0 loss. Although we created chances and one David Trezeguet shot kissed the crossbar, our defensive lapses meant that Mumbai scored on counter-attacks. We have a week to go before we play FC Goa at home, so surely enough time to introspect and bounce back like champions!

Here are some pictures from the match last night.

Maha stage for Maha Derby! David Trezeguet leading the team out on to the rival’s home turf. 

Dudu gets a start! Coach Franco Colomba goes for a 3-5-2 formation, that sees Dudu Omagbemi pair up with David Trezeguet. Colombian Andres Ramires starts at the back instead of Daniel Magliochetti.

Cirillo in chase! The Mumbai players were quick on the counter attacks and gave our defenders quite a bit of chasing to do!

A heavy battle for the Greek hero ! As tragic as it may be, it is time for the senior players like Cirillo and Kostas to step up and get the guys into a good rhythm! The tournament has just begun!

A lot of think about! Coach Colomba looks hassled as the game progresses. Hopefully it’s a small hiccup for the master of tactical Football!