I-League 2017/18: East Bengal vs NEROCA FC, Player Ratings

NEROCA FC

Lalit Thapa (gk) (9/10): He was probably the best player for NEROCA FC and saved vital attacks throughout the game, especially the shots from Dudu Omagbemi. He was awarded the 'Player of the match'.

Govin Singh (7.5/10): Kept a check on East Bengal's attacks, was enough not to give the Kolkata giants the lead throughout the match.

Tondonba (7/10): One the best finds of NEROCA FC this season, he provided the added strength in the backline.

Kallon (7.5/10): He had a quiet afternoon, although the job was done -- that is to keep Dudu Omagbemi, Yusa Katsumi and Al Amna under check.

Ashok Singh (6.5/10): The wing-back was agile throughout the entire length of the game, but was not enough to create danger in the opposition half.

Jean Francis (7/10): Along with Nicholas, he was the main invader in East Bengal’s half.

Nicholas Andrew (7.5/10): He was responsible for holding the midfield together. The tall, well-built Australian game-maker gave East Bengal a run for their money.

Thangjam Singh (6/10): The defensive midfielder held the ball as required in the heart of the playing area.

Felix Chidi (8.5/10): He was the goalscorer and the man who shattered East Bengal’s dream of clinching their first I-League title.

Subhash Singh (8/10): The most effective player for the visiting side, the runs from the sidelines were more than useful and posed a huge threat to East Bengal's defence.

Gopi Singh (7/10): Gave the much-needed support to the players up front, but was taken off in the second half.