Bambolim, Goa, November 03, 2025 – A first-half blitz powered Kerala Blasters to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Sporting Club Delhi in the AIFF Super Cup, with new Spanish striker Koldo Obieta scoring a brace in a dominant display at the GMC Stadium.
Match Summary: A One-Sided First Half Seals the Deal
The Blasters asserted their dominance from the outset and were rewarded for their pressure in the 17th minute. Capitalizing on a costly defensive error from the Delhi backline, Koldo Obieta showcased his poacher’s instinct, calmly slotting the ball past goalkeeper Vishal Yadav to open the scoring.
Just five minutes later, the Spanish striker was on target again, doubling his tally and KBFC’s lead with another assured finish. The contest was effectively put to bed in the 34th minute through a moment of individual brilliance. Skipper Adrian Luna provided a delightful clipped pass into the box, which was met with an acrobatic finish from winger Korou Singh, making it 3-0.
Second Half: Blasters Manage Game, Delhi Show Fight
The second period was a more subdued affair, with the result never in doubt. Kerala Blasters managed the game professionally, while Sporting Club Delhi showed improved spirit and attacking intent but failed to seriously test KBFC goalkeeper Norah Fernandes, who preserved his clean sheet with a key save late on.
Key Takeaways
- Obieta’ Instant Impact: The new signing Koldo Obieta continued his fine start with his new club, demonstrating clinical finishing and taking his goal tally to two in two Super Cup matches.
- Midfield Mastery: The creative influence of Adrian Luna was pivotal, with the captain providing a sublime assist for the third goal and controlling the tempo.
- Defensive Solidity: A comfortable clean sheet will please manager David Catana, with the defence rarely troubled after the early goals secured the momentum.
- Delhi’s Uphill Battle: The newly formed side struggled to cope with KBFC’s intensity in the first half but displayed more competitiveness after the break.
The victory sends Kerala Blasters to the top of Group D, putting them in a strong position to qualify for the knockout stages.
Brief Scores:
Kerala Blasters 3 (Koldo Obieta 17′, 22′, Korou Singh 34′)
Sporting Club Delhi 0
Result: Kerala Blasters won by 3-0.
