Mumbai: With a 2-0 win, NorthEast United FC (NEU) dashed hosts Mumbai City FC's (MUM) plans to stretch their winning run at the DY Patil Stadium in Nerul on Friday.
Here is how the action unfolded.
The match has started with Mumbai moving the ball around well.
NorthEast United FC's trademark energetic style is already on show.
Early substitution for NorthEast United FC as Isaac Chansa gets susbstitued for Felipe.
Koke's through ball to Felipe scares Mumbai fans, the latter takes a shot from close range but goes wide.
Game becoming end-to-end with NorthEast United FC enjoying possession. A long-range shot from Durga Boro would have been a stunner.
Moritz is looking to add to his goal tally. Johan Letzelter giving him good support. The duo looking for a finish.
Mumbai is creating more chances and look stronger on field. But the Highlanders have managed to keep the giants quiet so far.
Dong Hyun Do tackled at a crucial point by Mumbai defender. It seemed like he would give the visitors a lead.
Yellow card for Letzelter for his tackle on Felipe.
Half-time. Mumbai City FC 0-0 NorthEast United FC
Freddie Ljungberg brought on. Cheers from the crowd.
GOAL! Mtonga did justice to Koke's assist to net NorthEast Uniteds' first goal of the match.
For Mumbai City FC Freddie Ljungberg goes out citing problems in his thigh muscle.
Now, Mumbai are in deep trouble because they cannot substitute anymore and are left with 10 men.
Pavel receives a second yellow and is sent off. Mumbai left with nine players. Chances of a comeback look bleak.
GOAL! Castro smashed one to add one more goal to NorthEast United's tally.
Full-time. Mumbai City FC 0 - NorthEast United FC 2
Here are the starting XIs:
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