ISL 2023-24: Happy with how we played, says Bengaluru FC’s Gerard Zaragoza after win against Kerala Blasters FC

Bengaluru FC head coach Gerard Zaragoza was delighted with the way his team played in a 1-0 win against Kerala Blasters in the 18th match week of the Indian Super League at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru on Saturday.

After both teams failed to find the back of the net for the first 88 minutes, Javi Hernandez scored in the 89th minute to help the Blues claim all three points.

Bengaluru FC took two shots on target and had 54.9% of possession against the Yellow Tuskers.

“We are so happy because of the three points and what the supporters gave to us,” he said in the post-match press conference.

Zaragoza was glad with the way his players played throughout the contest.

“I’m so happy with how the team played the game, how brave we were, and how we dominated everything,” he shared.

“We could score more goals, but finally, we have three points. We have 12 days till the next match. We have time now to enjoy and prepare for the game against FC Goa,” he added.

Meanwhile, the gaffer is delighted that they have continued their good form while playing at home and made the most of their conditions.

“The most important thing is that, here in Kanteerava, we lost only a single game, which came against Mumbai City FC. Since I’ve been here, we managed to get 13 points from 15 possible points,” he explained.

With this win, Bengaluru FC climbed to the sixth spot with 21 points in 18 games and Zaragoza added they are in race for the playoffs.

“We are in the race for the sixth spot. Now we need to compete outside because now we’re going to Goa, and we know how difficult it is to play in Goa,” he commented.

Bengaluru FC will next take on FC Goa at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on 14th March.