Second half!
The game resumes. Kerala has a slender one goal lead as the teams go for the final 45 minutes.
45' GOAL!
Goal from Kerala and this one stands. Moments ago the second goal was disallowed. Ajsal scores the second goal as Kerala leads 2-1.
40' Manipur comes very close to scoring!
After a moment of confusion in the box, the Kerala keeper spilled the ball. Thankfully, the defenders managed to clear it, and soon after, Kerala launched a counter-attack that hit the crossbar.
36' Good cross!
Good cross from Kerala through the right, but no one in the box to connect.
29' Penalty for Manipur!
Goal. Manipur equalizes from the spot, Ajmal dived to the right side but couldn't keep the ball out.
21' GOOAALLLL!
And there it is, first goal of the game. Kerala takes the lead from a solo run by Naseeb Rahman.
15' Chance for Manipur!
Manipur at it again through the left flank, a shot from outside the box slides past the keeper just inches away from goal.
10' Manipur with swift moves!
Manipur have the midfield dominance so far and they are unleashing quick attacks through the left flank.
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