Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera was delighted after a come-from-behind 3-2 win against Bengaluru FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru in the ongoing Indian Super League on Wednesday.
Edgar Mendez and the Blues veteran Sunil Chhetri gave a 2-0 lead to the home team after 13 minutes. However, Diego Mauricio’s brace in quick succession helped the Kalinga Warriors achieve parity before half-time.
Jerry Mawihmingthanga scored the winner in the opening minutes of the second half, helping his team secure all three points.
“I am very happy because I think it’s so difficult to win at this stadium. It’s always difficult to play here (at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium). We got a big win in a very important moment for us,” Sergio Lobera said in the post-match press conference.
The Spaniard admitted they conceded two silly goals in the beginning phase of the game however they were far better as the game progressed.
“I think we conceded two silly goals. We need to improve on this. We need to analyze this reason as professionals. We need to learn; we need to improve from today’s game. But the spirit of the team and the comeback were amazing,” he opined.
“During the second half, we managed to win some periods very well while having the superiority. It is three very important points for us. And I am very happy with the effort the players put in,” he continued.
Meanwhile, Bengaluru FC suffered a huge blow as Aleksandar Jovanovic was sent off in the 26th minute following a tussle with Mauricio. The visitors were then able to take numerical advantage.
“This situation obviously helped us. The same helped Kerala Blasters FC to win against us last game, for sure. It’s important when you are playing against a very strong team and they are playing for a long period with one player less. It’s helpful for us,” Lobera remarked.
Odisha FC will next take on NorthEast United FC at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneshwar on 3rd February.
