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Messi Bouli’s late strike clinches Punjab FC’s 2-1 comeback win over Odisha
✍️ India Today
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 12:01 AM
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Punjab FC secured a 2-1 victory against Odisha in an I-League encounter, with an opening goal in the first minute and a dramatic injury‑time winner from Messi Bouli.
Punjab FC opened the scoring within the first minute of the match, catching Odisha off‑guard and setting an early tempo. The early lead forced Odisha to chase the game, creating several chances but failing to find the net before halftime.
In the second half, Odisha managed to equalise, restoring balance and intensifying the contest. Both sides pressed for the winner, with Punjab FC maintaining pressure through the final minutes.
The decisive moment arrived in injury time when forward Messi Bouli struck from close range, sealing a 2-1 win for Punjab FC. The late goal not only secured three points but also highlighted Bouli’s impact in the crucial stages of the game.
The victory moves Punjab FC up the I‑League table, while Odisha will look to regroup ahead of their next fixture.
In the second half, Odisha managed to equalise, restoring balance and intensifying the contest. Both sides pressed for the winner, with Punjab FC maintaining pressure through the final minutes.
The decisive moment arrived in injury time when forward Messi Bouli struck from close range, sealing a 2-1 win for Punjab FC. The late goal not only secured three points but also highlighted Bouli’s impact in the crucial stages of the game.
The victory moves Punjab FC up the I‑League table, while Odisha will look to regroup ahead of their next fixture.