NorthEast United beat Kerala Blasters 4-1 to claim emphatic home win
NorthEast United FC rode on a brace from Alaaeddine Ajaraie to beat Kerala Blasters FC 4-1 in an Indian Super League match at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Sunday.
Ajaraie scored in the 15th and 70th minutes for the Highlanders.
Antonio Moyano (45+4) and debutant Aman CK (82nd) were also on the scoresheet for the home side.
NorthEast United broke the deadlock in the 15th minute, as Eneko Satrustegui's needled pass found Ajaraie through on goal.
The Moroccan made no mistake, rounding Arsh Anwer in the Kerala goal before slotting home without fuss.
The Highlanders continued to threaten, with Arsh denying Jithin a second goal in as many games by pushing his header off target to keep his side in the contest.
The Blasters looked to respond through striker Andre Green, whose effort in the 38th minute was blocked by Satrustegui.
Only moments later, defender Amey Ranawade's attempt to convert Adrian Luna's cross went in vain as his effort failed to test Gurmeet Singh in the ..
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