AFC Cup: Odisha FC delivers a goal fest to beat Maziya S&RC

Odisha FC secured a commanding 6-1 win against Maziya S&RC at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. This victory marks their first AFC Cup win in style.

The action commenced early as Mourtada Fall connected brilliantly with Jahou's corner in the 3rd minute, providing Odisha with an early lead. However, Maziya responded swiftly in the 12th minute when Branimir Jocic found the back of the net, leveling the score at 1-1.

Odisha FC continued to impress, with Carlos Delgado's powerful header in the 15th minute, reclaiming their lead. Just four minutes later, Mourtada Fall netted his second goal of the match, extending Odisha's lead.

The second half saw no shortage of excitement. In the 57th minute, Amey Ranawade showcased his skills with a remarkable finish, securing Odisha FC's fourth goal. In the 62nd minute, Diego Mauricio and Isak Ralte combined beautifully, with Isak Ralte expertly guiding the ball into the net.

The final highlight occurred in the 95th minute, with Sahil Panwar's sublime finish cementing a comprehensive 6-1 victory for Odisha FC.

What makes this win even more impressive is that five of the six goals were contributed by defenders. While Maziya displayed glimpses of potential, they struggled to keep up with Odisha's relentless attack.

This emphatic win places Odisha FC in a strong position within the AFC Cup, reaffirming their chances to turn around the bad for in Group D.