Diamond Harbour FC secured their maiden Durand Cup victory by defeating Mohammedan Sporting 2-1 at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Monday. The I-League 2 champions overcame an early deficit through determination and tactical adjustments. Thokchom Adison Singh opened the scoring for Mohammedan Sporting after Ashley Alban Koli provided the assist with a precise cross from midfield. The winger controlled the ball expertly before driving toward goal and beating goalkeeper Mirshad with a deflected shot. Coach Kibu Vicuna responded immediately by introducing Luka Majcen and Samuel during halftime.
Sairuatkima leveled the contest early in the second half when he headed home Samuel's corner kick past Subhajit Bhattacharjee. The match appeared destined for a draw until Majcen struck deep into stoppage time. Samuel's chest control created the opportunity for the Slovenian striker. After Subhajit saved his initial attempt, the ball rebounded off defender Dinesh Meetei back to Majcen, who calmly finished to complete the historic upset victory.
Sairuatkima leveled the contest early in the second half when he headed home Samuel's corner kick past Subhajit Bhattacharjee. The match appeared destined for a draw until Majcen struck deep into stoppage time. Samuel's chest control created the opportunity for the Slovenian striker. After Subhajit saved his initial attempt, the ball rebounded off defender Dinesh Meetei back to Majcen, who calmly finished to complete the historic upset victory.
