Mumbai City FC script history as they become the first club from India to win a ACL match

Mumbai City FC script history as they become the first club from India to win an ACL match: Mumbai City FC created massive history in the ongoing AFC Champions League as they become the first club from India to win a match in ACL. The Islands faced the Iranian team, Air Force Club, and came back after going a goal down in the opening few minutes of the second half. Diego Mauricio equalized through a penalty in the 70th minute and Rahul Bheke’s header assured the historic victory for Mumbai City. So, the final scoreline was 2-1 in favor of the Islanders.

🚨FT | 🇮🇶 Air Force Club 1️⃣- 2️⃣ Mumbai City FC 🇮🇳

HISTORIC. The Islanders become the first-ever 🇮🇳 Indian Club to win an #ACL match. Rahul Bheke, a local Mumbai lad, sweetened the night by scoring the winner 🔥#ACL2022 | #AFCvMUM pic.twitter.com/wy3KAZapiQ

— #ACL2022 (@TheAFCCL) April 11, 2022

Both teams had their chances in the first half but the half was goalless. Air Force made a few changes and came out with more intent. A deflected block from Fall helped Hammadi to give the lead to Air Force from close range. However, the Islands did not bow down. They attacked through channels to put pressure on the opponent’s defence.

Mumbai City ACL: Mumbai City FC script history as they become the first club from India to win an ACL match, AFC Champions League 2022

Eventually, they got the result of the effort when Diego Mauricio was fouled inside the box. No. 33 converted the spot-kick successfully to restore parity. Thereafter, the game opened up for a grandstand finish. It did not disappoint. In the 74th minute, Mumbai earned a corner from quick play. A perfect corner by Jahouh and a thumping header from unmarked Rahul Bheke helped them to collect all three crucial three points. The match result will boost huge confidence going forward. There are still four matches to play. Let’s see how many wins they can claim.

Meanwhile, Mumbai City FC will face another stern test against Al Jazira on 14th April at 10.45 PM in Riyad. So, this is all about the match. As you know, the first is always the first. So, you can follow Grind India for further updates.