The defending champions Chennaiyin FC were humbled at home by the Delhi Dynamos as Gianluca Zambrotta put one over his good mate Marco Materazzi. Chennaiyin were second best in all departments and they have work to do if the title is to be defended.
A brace from Marcelinho set Delhi on their way before Badara Badji sealed the three points.
Here's how each player fared.
Chennaiyin FC
Duwayne Kerr: 4/10
The big Jamaican had a torrid first half as his passing was caught out, and he made the mistake which led to the penalty as well. A very uncertain performance from the goalkeeper.
Mehrajuddin Wadoo: 5/10
Wadoo was kept occupied by Kean Lewis all night, as the young Delhi winger showed his quality. The Indian couldn't go forward at all because of Lewis’ constant menace, and couldn't keep tabs on him either.
Bernard Mendy: 5/10
A bad game for Chennaiyin's stalwart, Mendy did not lead the backline and was caught out as well. He has had one or two of these games every season. The only positive that Marco Materazzi can take is that Mendy has got one of these games out of the way.
John Arne Riise: 4.5/10
The former Liverpool man was given a torrid time by Delhi's attackers, who exploited his lack of pace spectacularly. Materazzi will surely look for more from his marquee signing.
Nallappan Mohanraj: 5.5/10
The Chennai boy had a good first 30 minutes, but after that, Marcelinho got into his own and penned him back after he had created a couple of early chances.
Raphael Augusto: 5/10
A very underwhelming from the Brazilian who did so well for Chennaiyin last year. He was subbed off for Succi in the 71st minute.
Hans Mulder: 6/10
The Dutchman battled hard with very little reward. He worked hard, but his quality on the ball let him down.
Baljit Sahni: 5.5/10
Like Mulder, Sahni worked his socks off, but when he got on the ball, he just didn't do anywhere near what he is capable of.
Jayesh Rane: 5/10
After his goal in the opening game, his confidence would have been high, but he was brought back down to earth. He started brightly, but as the game wore on, he seemed to try too hard and lost his way.
Jeje Lalpekhlua: 4.5/10
Had an early shot, but that was pretty much it for Jeje. He found it very hard to get involved meaningfully as Delhi defended very well.
Dudu Omagbemi: 6.5/10
Chennaiyin's best player on the night. Took his goal well and troubled the Delhi defenders but eventually ran out of steam.
Substitutes
Jerry Lalrinzuala: 5.5/10
After the disappointment of conceding the penalty in the opening game, the youngster bounced back well, making a couple of crucial interventions. Got brushed aside by Badji for Delhi's third goal.
Siam Hanghal: 5/10
Brought on to shore up the midfield, but Delhi kept the ball really well.
Davide Succi: 5/10
He ran around, but that was pretty much it. Barely got the ball at his feet.
Delhi Dynamos
Toni Doblas: 6/10
Doblas made a couple of routine saves in the first half, but could have done better with Dudu's goal. Was a mere spectator in the second half as Delhi managed the game beautifully.
Chinglensana Singh: 6/10
Went under the radar, but a steady performance from Sana. He nullified the threat that Jayesh posed, although he didn't get forward too much.
Ruben Rocha: 7.5/10
The big man at the heart of Delhi's defense had a very good game. He bullied Jeje and won most aerial duels against Dudu. A very good start to his ISL career.
Anas Edathodika: 7/10
Like Rocha, Anas too was very good. He seemed to carry on from where he left off in the last ISL season. Unfortunately, a groin injury cut his stay on the pitch short. Gianluca Zambrotta will be hoping the injury isn't too serious.
Souvik Chakraborty: 7/10
In an unnatural position, Souvik did a very good job. He was helped by Baljit's lack of quality on the ball, and Wadoo not being allowed to push forward.
Marcos Tebar: 7.5/10
Sitting in front of the back four, Tebar had a very good game. He ensured that he picked up the space that either Jeje or Dudu dropped into, and also cut out the space for Mulder and Raphael to move into.
Memo: 6.5/10
Another one who went under the radar, Memo worked hard and hassled Chennaiyin into making mistakes.
Milan Singh: 7/10
The Indian worked tirelessly, but his decision-making was off at times. Milan had a tidy game.
Marcelinho: 8.5/10
A flawless penalty and a sublime finish was enough for Marcelinho to be the Man of the Match. He was invisible before his penalty kick, but once Delhi took the lead, his balance between going forward and tracking back was spot on.
Kean Lewis: 8/10
He was touted to have a bright futire by people in Indian football and Lewis showed why. His pace and trickery ensured that Wadoo had a torturous evening. Lewis needs to keep his composure in front of goal, though.
Richard Gadze: 6.5/10
He didn't get involved as much as he'd have liked, but he did the dirty work and never gave Riise or Mendy a moment's peace. Was subbed off in the 72nd minute.
Substitutes
Lalchhawnkima: 6/10
He came on for Anas in the second half and played his part in seeing the game through.
Badara Badji: 7/10
Had a couple of sniffs that Mendy took care of, but once he got his big chance, it was a very good header which gave the goalkeeper no chance.
Florent Malouda: N/A
Not enough time to make an impression, but he did help Delhi in the end by keeping the ball and making Chennaiyin chase.
