BAMBOLIM, GOA: Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC) delivered a commanding performance to thrash Sporting Club Delhi 3-0 in their second Group D fixture of the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 at the GMC Stadium on Monday. The emphatic KBFC Super Cup Win moves the Tuskers to the top of the group table with six points, strengthening their bid for a semi-final spot.
Obieta Brace Propels Kerala Blasters FC to Group Lead
The match was effectively decided in a relentless first half dominated entirely by David Català’s side. Spanish striker Koldo Obieta continued his excellent form, opening the scoring in the 17th minute after intercepting a loose back-pass from the Delhi defence. Barely six minutes later, Obieta completed his brace, calmly slotting home after a crisp passing move, taking his tournament goal tally to four.
The goal of the match, and the third for the Kerala Blasters, came in the 34th minute. Captain Adrián Luna delivered a delightful scooped pass into the box, which young forward Korou Singh Thingujam met with an acrobatic, right-footed volley to make the score 3-0 at the interval.
Sporting Delhi Eliminated as KBFC Eye Knockouts
The second half saw Sporting Delhi reorganise and defend with more discipline, but the damage was already done. The Kerala Blasters defense, led by the likes of Juan Rodríguez, held firm to secure a clean sheet.
The defeat confirms Sporting Club Delhi‘s elimination from the Super Cup. Meanwhile, the win means the Tuskers now lead Group D and will be watching the result of the Mumbai City FC vs Rajasthan United FC match closely, as a favorable outcome could see Kerala Blasters FC secure an early ticket to the semi-finals.
The Blasters’ next fixture in the Super Cup is expected to be against Mumbai City FC in a potential group-deciding clash.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What was the final score of the Kerala Blasters vs Sporting Delhi match?
Kerala Blasters FC defeated Sporting Club Delhi 3-0 in their Group D match of the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26.
Q2: Who scored the goals for Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC)?
The goals for KBFC were scored by Koldo Obieta (brace: 17′, 23′) and Korou Singh Thingujam (34′).
Q3: What is the significance of this KBFC Super Cup Win?
The victory puts Kerala Blasters FC at the top of their group with six points from two matches and confirms the elimination of Sporting Club Delhi from the tournament.
Q4: When is Kerala Blasters FC playing Hyderabad FC in the Super Cup?
While the current Super Cup news is about the match against Sporting Delhi, the search results indicate that Kerala Blasters FC vs Hyderabad FC was a fixture in the previous group stage of the Super Cup (Kalinga Super Cup 2025) and also in a previous ISL fixture. The next match for KBFC in this tournament is likely against Mumbai City FC.
