AIFF Congrats Gokulam Kerala FC: President Praful Patel and General Secretary Kushal Das react, More Details

AIFF Congrats Gokulam Kerala FC: President Praful Patel and General Secretary Kushal Das react: The All India Football Federation has congratulated Gokulam Kerala FC on winning the Hero I-League 2021-22. Gokulam Kerala FC defeated Mohammedan Sporting Club to move to 43 points, an unassailable lead.

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AIFF Congrats Gokulam Kerala FC: President Praful Patel and General Secretary Kushal Das react:

In his statement, AIFF President Mr. Praful Patel averred: “Congratulations! Gokulam Kerala FC have been dominant all throughout in the Hero I-league 2021-22 edition and they fully deserve the crown. Football in Kerala is on the rise, and the Indian Football spectrum will only further benefit from here.”

AIFF General Secretary Mr. Kushal Das stated: “Heartiest congratulations to Gokulam Kerala FC. Defending an I-League crown is extremely tough but they have done it in style — in fact, they are the first Indian club to achieve it. The Gokulam Kerala club model is there to be replicated by all others to move forward

Gokulam Kerala created history to become the first team to defend the Hero I-League title successfully. The Malabarians had overcome Churchill Brothers on goal difference last year. In this season, Vincenzo Annese’s side defeated Mohammedan SC in the season finale to win the back-to-back league titles.

Match Report:

Gokulam Kerala drew the first blood through Rishad from a quick counter. Azharuddin Mallick equalized within 7 minutes. However, Emil Benny’s striker from yet another counter restored one advantage to the Malabarians. Meanwhile, the black and white brigade came close on a few occasions which were not enough to derail the defending champions from regaining the crown. So, Gokulam Kerala script history to continue Kerala dominance in Indian Football. Meanwhile, you can check out our other copies. So, Follow Grind India for further updates.