At the rain-slick CSN Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur Magic FC continued their impressive away form, edging past Thiruvananthapuram Kombans FC 0-1. They registered their second consecutive victory on the road in the process. A 12th-minute goal from captain Mailson Alves was enough to secure the win in a tightly contested encounter that saw the home side dominate possession but falter where it mattered most, in front of goal.

The game started with a flurry of attacks by Komabans. They earned three corners in the first nine minutes but failed to convert any. The breakthrough came when a Thrissur corner caused confusion inside the Kombans’ box. Addo’s deflected touch directed the ball toward the far post, where Mailson arrived to calmly slot it home. It was his second goal in as many games, continuing his fine personal form this season.

The Kombans had their moments. Ronald missed an early sitter, and Ashar dazzled on the left flank but wasted his best chance with a hasty shot. They earned five corners in the first half alone, yet none troubled the composed Thrissur defence. Autemar had a night to forget, while even substitutes Paulo Victor and Viknesh couldn’t find the breakthrough.

In contrast, Thrissur relied on discipline and experience. Lenny Rodrigues was the anchor in midfield, cutting off every Kombans move and orchestrating play with precision. Despite their win, the Magic FC attack still looks blunt. Marcus Joseph remains far from his best, and the team’s creativity in the final third continues to underwhelm.

For the Kombans, it was another frustrating evening. This is their second home defeat despite creating enough chances to take something from the match. Thrissur Magic, meanwhile, continue to prove their resilience away from home, now boasting three straight away fixtures with two wins. They have more wins in this season so far than their entire last season.

Key Moments

9’ – Ronald misses a golden chance inside the box as drizzle affects ball control.
12’ – Goal! Mailson Alves slots home from Addo’s redirected rebound to give Thrissur Magic the lead.
38’ – Ronald’s long-range strike is tipped away by Kamal in a spectacular save.
75’ – Ronald’s shot from the right side narrowly misses the far post; Kombans’ fifth wasted chance.

Thiruvananthapuram Kombans FC

Starting XI: Aaryan (GK), Ranjan, Rohen, Ronald, Autemar, P. Mota, Badish, Ashar, Shanid, Shafi, Filipe
Substitutes: Akhil, Iury, Bibin, Vicky, Shinu R, Afin, Khalid, Paulo Victor, Femin, Viknesh

Thrissur Magic FC

Starting XI: Kamal (GK), F. Addo, M. Joseph, Ivan, Jiyad, Tejas, Rodrigues, Bibin, Mailson (C), Faiaz, Naveen
Substitutes: Alan, Uzelac, Sumit Rathi, K. Padilla, Faisal, Afsal, Shankar, Shane, Kattimani