Excelsior Sports Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 4: After drubbing formidable side of Mohammedan Sports Club in the second round on the other day, Kashmir FC continued its winning streak with a hard fought (1-0) victory over PIFA in their 3rd round of I-league division 2nd at Siliguri in West Bengal.
Earlier, Kashmir FC dominated the proceedings from the word go, with S K Faiz and Bisheshwor displaying extraordinary soccer skills to help their side earn a penalty, which Kareem, however, wasn’t able to convert into the goal as he missed the target.
Kashmir FC started the second half again on a positive note as Bisheshwor penetrated a through ball which was calmly finished by Rohit with a fine placement, giving Kashmir FC (1-0) lead. The team didn’t stop attacking after the goal and went hard in search of another one with Ajay and Faiz making valiant efforts. The final score read (1-0) in favour of Kashmir FC.
Coach Hilal Parray said that it was a well earned win and the boys gave their best, WHILE THE secretary Majid Yousuf said that team needed to work on finishing and conversion rates, adding that there is a long way to go and the Management cannot afford to keep missing the scoring opportunities.
Iftikhar A Lone, chairman of this professional Club and Nazir Ahmad Khan, Executive Director have lauded the efforts of the players and their support staff for this achievement.
After this win Kashmir FC have created a wave of support and all the circles are now considering them as serious contenders and admire their style of play.
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