Latest news with #Sahal
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Durand Cup: Colaco at the double again as Bagan brush aside BSF
1 2 Kolkata: Liston Colaco produced another game-changing performance as Mohun Bagan SG welcomed their Spanish coach Jose Molina back to the dugout with a 4-0 demolition of BSF in their Durand Cup clash at the Kishore Bharati Stadium on Monday. Colaco — who scored two in his team's 3-1 victory in the opening match against Mohammedan SC — was at it again, netting another brace in 53 and 58 minutes to extend his tally to four goals and helping his team cross the BSF hurdle with consummate ease. Manvir Singh (24) and substitute Sahal Abdul Samad (60) were the other scorers. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata Molina's ISL champions will take on high-flying Diamond Harbour FC in their final Group B match this Saturday, which will determine which team will advance to the quarterfinals as group champions. Both teams have six points each but Kibu Vicuna's DHFC hold a slight advantage thanks to a better goal difference (+8 against Bagan's +6). Six group winners and two second-best teams will make the last-8 stage. BSF — who were thrashed 1-8 by DHFC three days ago — began with a rare opportunity inside the box but their forward Kishori made a mess of it completely, sending the ball out for a goal-kick even though Bagan goalkeeper Vishal Kaith was standing at his mercy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These Payroll Platforms Save HR Teams Hours Weekly Learn More Undo Treating it as a wake-up call, Bagan took control of the game soon after. Manvir — returning to the side after missing the game against Mohammedan SC through injury — broke the deadlock, meeting Roshan Singh's cross from the left. The first half ended with Kishori blazing another opportunity over the bar but Bagan looked to be in their element by that time. Molina introduced Sahal and Alberto Rodriguez after the break and Colaco came to the party with two goals. On the first occasion, latching on to a pass from Sahal, he entered the box with menace and jinked past a couple of BSF players to drill it home past goalkeeper Harpreet Singh. Five minutes later, another Sahal pass set Colaco free inside the box and he made no mistake of placing the ball in through the legs of the rival goalkeeper. Sahal put more gloss on the scoreline, pouncing on a poor clearance, and after rounding the goalkeeper he took a shot towards the goal. Although a BSF player seemed to have made a goal-line clearance, the assistant referee raised his flag to signal that ball had crossed the line and the onfield referee Ashwin awarded the goal in Sahal's favour.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Mohun Bagan Super Giant ease past BSF for second straight win
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Kolkata, Aug 4 (PTI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant slammed three goals in quick succession to secure a comfortable 4-0 victory over Border Security Force for their second consecutive victory in the Group B fixture of the 134th Durand Cup here on Monday. Liston Colaco scored a brace, while Sahal Abdul Samad also found the target after Manvir Singh had given the Mariners the lead in the first half at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan. With this win, Mohun Bagan have six points from two matches to be placed second in the group behind Diamond Harbour FC on goal difference. The final group game between both sides will decide the group winners. Mohun Bagan took 24 minutes to break the BSF defence when Manvir leapt ahead of his marker and directed the 18-year-old Roshan's cross past the goalkeeper Harpreet Singh. The Mariners, who had seven attempts on goal in the first half, failed to convert them with Anirudh Thapa and Manvir putting their efforts wide which were both created by Liston Colaco. The winger later scuffed his shot wide in the final action of the first half after he was set free by Thapa as the home side went into the break with a solitary goal lead. BSF could have punished Mohun Bagan for their defensive lapses, including twice inside five minutes and one in added time of the first half, but Kishori could not capitalise on the chances. Mohun Bagan took the lead just seven minutes after the restart through Colaco. Sahal pushed the ball into the path of Colaco who found the bottom corner with a hard low shot to double the lead. Colaco completed his brace minutes later as he beat his marker inside the box with a couple of step overs and slotted the ball into the net between the legs of the goalkeeper. Sahal, who was sharp after coming on, joined the party three minutes later to give Mohun Bagan their fourth goal of the match. The midfielder made his way inside the box and with a neat skill, beat the rushing goalkeeper and his scooped shot had crossed the line before the BSF defender could clear it off the line. Sahal then struck the crossbar with a powerful effort in the next attack while Dippendu Biswas also saw his glancing header from a corner kick being saved by the goalkeeper. The final Group B game between Mohun Bagan and Diamond Harbour will be played on August 9. PTI ATK PDS PDS view comments First Published: August 04, 2025, 22:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
30-04-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Sahal Abdul Samad eyes return to Indian national team with Super Cup success
When Mohun Bagan Super Giant's Sahal Abdul Samad deftly scored the opening goal against Kerala Blasters FC in their Super Cup 2025 quarterfinal fixture, the midfielder's face had a sense of relief. His arms went up as he stared into the sky and exhaled deeply before breaking into a smile. It was his first goal in almost eight months for his club. 'Finding the back of the net always brings happiness to a player. Especially, in a tough match, it's obviously an amazing feeling,' noted Sahal. While MBSG secured a historic Indian Super League double (League Shield and Cup), Sahal had his own setbacks to overcome. Sporadic injuries took their toll on the 28-year-old and allowed him to play for only 816 minutes, which is the second-lowest for him after the 2019-2020 season (not including debut season). However, rather than drowning in despondency, Sahal chose to take it on the chin and look ahead. READ | Mohun Bagan SG eyes maiden Super Cup final 'Injuries are always part of football, and I always see it that way,' Sahal told Sportstar during an exclusive chat. 'The physios, the team medicals, they all supported me through this tough time. It was a lesson for me to be patient and keep working harder, and to do the necessary things outside of football,' he added. Ever since he made his first appearance for KBFC back in 2018, Sahal has been deemed as one of the most remarkable talents the country has produced. He quickly became a mainstay for the Blasters, making 92 appearances for the club while also playing a major part in the 2021-22 campaign, where it reached the final before losing to Hyderabad FC on penalties. His performances earned him a big-money move to Mohun Bagan in 2023, where he won the ISL League Shield twice and the ISL Cup and Durand Cup both once. Speaking about the transition between the clubs, Sahal said that he was content with the decision that he took, while also explaining the differences that he experienced. 'Like every team, when I was playing there (KBFC), we were all fighting for the trophy. You know how close we were. But, when I came here (MBSG), there was a feeling that this is a champion team,' Sahal noted. 'The players around, the mentality, the management, it is all different here. I am happy about the step I took, which is a difficult step. But thankfully, I could handle it well,' he added. With MBSG fielding essentially a reserve side for the ongoing Super Cup, Sahal, one of the few seniors in the side, said that he is trying his best to set an example. 'At first, it was a little bit difficult during training because we didn't know the junior players that well. But then, from the second and third day, they were all doing very well. And the best thing to motivate them is for us to work harder than they do,' Sahal explained.. 'So, then, they will be eager to fight back. That is one thing I always tell them. Fight for everything. Give everything in your training, and success will come around,' he added. National team and the future ahead Since his national team call-up in 2019, Sahal has earned 39 caps, scoring three goals and assisting two in that period, while also lifting the Intercontinental Cup (2023) and two SAFF Championships (2021, 2023). However, commenting on the national team's recent below-par performances, Sahal said that one of the main reasons could be the limited time the players get to gel with each other. 'I think it's the lack of time we have together. The training period is comparatively less. And then, it's all about mentality. Playing matches with different countries, top level players, all that makes a difference. ALSO READ | Chhangte: I believe something good will happen this year for Indian national team However, Sahal had words of praise for the current national team head coach, Manolo Marquez, and appreciated the boss's demand to play attractive football. 'We all know what he (Manolo) is capable of. Even when he was with Hyderabad, he won the trophy. He wants to keep playing beautiful football and fight for the ball. That's a huge plus point for our national team,' said Sahal. Now, with India's AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier match against Hong Kong coming up in June and the camp likely to begin late in May, Sahal will hope to make his return to the squad after missing out on the last four matches. The Super Cup, in which he awaits Manolo's FC Goa in the semifinal on Wednesday, could be just the platform Sahal needs to prove that he is back to his best and reclaim his spot in the national setup.
Arab Times
15-03-2025
- Arab Times
New Exit Permit Regulations For Expats Working in Mosques
KUWAIT CITY, March 15: The Mosques Sector Department at the Ministry of Islamic Affairs has issued a reminder to imams and muezzins, urging them to inform expatriate workers in mosques about the requirement to update their travel permits at all ports of entry. In a circular, the Mosques Sector clarified that the exit permit document, which was previously used by expatriates for traveling abroad, has been discontinued at all ports of entry, including sea and land borders. This printed permit is no longer valid and has been replaced by the digital exit permit certificate available through the Sahel app. The circular further emphasized that expatriates must obtain their exit permits well in advance of their travel dates. This process involves visiting the relevant administration to register their leave in the ministry's system, submitting a letter from the integrated systems, and visiting the integrated systems office at the ministry building to activate the exit permit on the Sahal app.
