ISL 2018-19: Kerala Blasters 1-1 Delhi Dynamos - Hits and Flops of the game

Hit: Slavisa Stojanovic

Stojanovic was the creative force in the game for Kerala Blasters [Image: ISL]

Since joining Kerala Blasters, Slavisa Stojanovic has built up a strong relationship with Matej Poplatnik in just two matches. Both of them combine well and create chances, though that might not reflect in the number of goals scored by Kerala.

But on a day when Coach David James kept Poplatnik on the bench, all eyes were on Stojanovic and how he would fare with his new partner CK Vineeth. Truly, Stojanovic proved his worth. He used his brain against Delhi’s tight defence and often changed his position. He took a superb shot on the goal in 22nd minute, which could’ve opened Kerala’s account.

Stojanovic came out as a different avatar in the second half. By then, James had withdrawn Halicharan Narzary and introduced Poplatnik. The result reflected immediately as Vineeth scored from Stojanovic-Poplatnik combination. Stojanovic even played in a deeper role and was often seen going down in his own half to retrieve the ball from his opponent.