Indian Super Cup 2018: Chennaiyin FC vs Aizawl FC - Talking Points

Aizawl FC
Aizawl FC started the game on a strong note

#3 Chennaiyin FC equalize at the death through Mailson Alves

Mailson Alves
Mailson Alves was on the right spot at the right time to score the equalizer

Just when it looked like Aizawl FC will hold on to close out the game with the scoreline at 1-0, Chennaiyin FC struck late to dash their hopes.

Mailson Alves, the Indian Super League final hero for the Supermachans got the all-important equalizer in the match after a scramble inside the box in the 89th minute. Across from the left was not dealt with well by Arup in the Aizawl and the ball looped towards Thoi Singh who got a free header. The winger headed it onto the post and the ball rebounded to Mailson who was lurking near the penalty spot and the Brazilian did no mistake in hammering the ball into the open net to make the scores level.

Alves' goal set the match up for an exciting showdown forcing the game into the extra time of 30 minutes to decide the winner.

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