86' WHAT A MISS! Maharashtra stage a counter attack and miss a golden chance to decrease the deficit with a near open net miss. It just has not been the day for the West Indian side.
58' GOAAAAAAAL! Rahul KP slots it past a hapless Maharashtra Goalkeeper, as he was stranded alone in the box after a peach of a cross from the right following a counter attack move. It's 3-0 to the South Indian Side.
45+3' Maharashtra showing some intent with patient possession play, but Kerala defense have been resilient. Maharashtra are failing to create any goal mouth action.
39' GOOAAAAL! Jithin MS doubles the lead 2-0 after a quick counter attack down the right. He had a crossing opportunity but went straight on to goal and took the shot himself.
24' and the South Indian side are ahead from the spot-kick! Kerala Captain Rahul Raj puts the ball into the net as the keeper dives the other way 1-0 to Kerala.
Kerala are all set to take on Maharashtra at the Howrah Municipal Corporation ground, on today, as they face off against Maharashtra in what promises to be a thrilling West Coast Derby in the east.
Having qualified from the South Zone qualifiers, Kerala are one of the favourites to win the tournament. They are currently topping Group A ahead of defending champions and hosts West Bengal, which speaks volumes for their talent.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra have had not had such a successful campaign, having earned just one win against Chandigarh. They would also like to forget the 5-1 drubbing they received at the hands of West Bengal earlier.