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#1 Jobby Justin shows his class again

Justin with the man of the match trophy

It is impossible to describe the rapid progress made by Jobby Justin in recent times. Justin, who had not so good form in the previous season, has changed himself completely under Alejandro Menendez. He is now more fit and responsible.

Justin has earned so much faith from the coach and the team management in recent times. Due to his fitness, he gets chance on the first team in every match and has delivered results every time when he was given the responsibility.

With eight goals in the campaign, Justin is already the highest scorer among Indian players. His exclusion from the Asian Cup squad invited criticisms to Stephen Constantine and that speaks for his talent.

In the 35th minute, Justin got a simple pass from Kassim Aidara. He took just one touch to send Eze Kingsley in the wrong way and squared the ball to Jaime Santos, who was standing nearby. Santos made most of the opportunity as he shot past a hapless Shilton Paul.

The second goal was a sheer brilliance from Keralite. His understanding with Lalrindika Ralte clearly showed the move was pre-planned. On the field, he delivered it successfully.