ISL 2017/18, Semifinal, 1st leg: FC Pune City vs Bengaluru FC 1st Semi Final 5 Talking points

#4 Pune defend like a team

There was a lot of cohesion in the Pune defence. (Photo: ISL)

Starting right from the goalkeeper to the midfielders, all the defensive players for Pune put in a brilliant performance to outplay Bengaluru FC. The defenders were brilliant in keeping the likes of Miku and Sunil quiet. Meanwhile, the central midfielders did a fantastic job to keep a check on the BFC midfielders and stop them from building up attacks.

Vishal Kaith had a commanding presence under the bar, as he was confident in his outings and punches. He also made some crucial saves.

The Pune attackers helped out the defenders as they closed down the passing channels and forced the opposition to launch long balls forward.