Kerala Blasters 0-1 FC Pune City: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis | ISL 2018-19

#3 Substitutes looked lively for both sides

Vineeth looked lively since coming on

As envisioned by almost every Kerala fan in the stadium, CK Vineeth was brought on at half-time in order to inject pace into proceedings. He looked lively down the left, took on challenges and offered a sense of urgency.

A long ball was played into his path and the former BFC man completed a take-on but couldn't produce a cross. Minutes later, a cross from Jhingan fell to him down the far post, but his header was easily parried away.

Vineeth predominantly tried his level best to collect touches inside the box and win duels, but it took till the 94rd minute for Kerala to create their best chance of the game, through him. Sahal beautifully picked the winger out and with a fantastic first touch, he gave himself a chance.

However, his venomous strike smashed the bar and not the back of the net. His effort summed up Kerala Blasters' match and perhaps, their entire season.

For the away side, Marcelinho was taken off due to a supposed knock for Marko Stankovic. The Serbian offered a bit of everything and was rather effective.

He spread the play out, completed defensive duties, had a couple of efforts on goal and ran the extra yard whenever required. All in all, Stankovic illustrated his experience to good effect.