In a dramatic Round of 16 clash at the Kalinga Super Cup, Inter Kashi pulled off a sensational upset against Indian Super League (ISL) runners-up Bengaluru FC, winning 5-3 on penalties after a hard-fought 1-1 draw in regulation time.
Late Drama Seals Bengaluru’s Fate
Bengaluru FC took the lead early in the second half through Ryan Williams, who expertly curled in a left-footed strike in the 62nd minute. However, Inter Kashi refused to back down and found their equalizer in the 87th minute when substitute Matija Babovic capitalized on a well-worked move to level the score.
The match went straight to penalties, where Inter Kashi held their nerve. Bengaluru’s Javi Hernández missed his spot-kick, while Inter Kashi converted all five of their attempts to secure a memorable victory and advance to the quarterfinals.
Key Moments
Inter Kashi started brightly, with Prasanth Karuthadathkuni hitting the post early on. Bengaluru FC struggled to break down a resilient defense, with Inter Kashi’s Shubham Dhas making crucial saves. Despite dominating possession in the second half, Bengaluru failed to extend their lead, allowing Inter Kashi to strike late and force penalties.
Inter Kashi’s triumph marks one of the biggest upsets of the tournament, while Bengaluru FC will rue their missed chances. The winning side now looks ahead to the quarterfinals, where they will aim to continue their giant-killing run.
This thrilling encounter showcased the unpredictability of knockout football, proving once again that determination can triumph over reputation.
