ISL 2019-20: Odisha FC 3-2 Hyderabad FC | 3 reasons why Odisha defeated Hyderabad  

#1 Jerry and Xisco shine in attack

Jerry and Xisco (Image courtesy: ISL)

Hyderabad FC settled as minutes passed and Odisha were content to sit back and defend. Even when the whole team made sure to keep the backline intact, Jerry and Xisco moved forward with the ball to keep the scoreboard lively.

Both of them were involved in most of Odisha's attacks and supplied balls to the attacking end constantly. If Aridane Santana had been a bit more clinical in front of goal, Odisha could have added to the tally.

Jerry was a menace on the right-wing and utilized the space left behind by the defenders on the overlap. At the end of 90 minutes, Jerry had one assist and five chances created to his name.

Xisco, on the other hand, was subbed off in the 66th minute but had done enough damage with one goal and one assist. The former Bengaluru FC midfielder also created four chances over time.

The duo has developed an excellent partnership on the field and was able to read each other's movements well. If the pair can keep up the good work, Gombau will have some relief in goal-scoring.