#4 Lack of composure from Goa after the loss of Arnolin
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Arnolin’s dismissal proved to be the turning point of the game
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Tuesday's game was a big test from start to end for the side who is on the bottom of the points table. After getting an early lead against the Blasters, they were also able to handle the attack from their opponents. However, captain Gregory Arnolin getting sent-off turned out to be a big blow for the Gaurs.
Kerala equalised from the resulting penalty they got and piled more pressure on Zico's men. Goa could have gone home with at least one point if they had maintained composure after being one man down, but they didn't. Instead of trying to play defensive and organised football, they were completely messed up in the second half.
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An experienced player like Richarlyson should never have made such a reckless tackle on Vineeth, considering the facts that he was already booked and his team was one man down. In the end, FC Goa had to pay for their mistakes and lack of composure by losing the match.
Zico is currently under the threat of getting sacked by the club. The Brazilian is aware of his situation and it was evident from his reaction after the match. The 63-year old manager has no one, but him to blame for his team's condition.
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Dakir Mohammed Thanveer
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