Helder Postiga nets brace as Atletico Kolkata beat Chennaiyin in ISL

Updated: May 17, 2023, 06:11 am
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The opening match of this year's Indian Super League saw reigning champions Atletico Kolkata beat Chennaiyin (who finished top of the league before the playoffs) 3-2 at the Marina Arena.

Atletico were lifted by two goals from ex-Tottenham and Porto striker Helder Postiga, while in between Jeje Lalpeklhua had hit an equaliser for Chennaiyin.

Spanish striker Valdo made it 3-1 and Atletico had a chance to extend their lead further but Javi Lara's penalty was saved by Eder. Elano pulled a goal back with a late spot-kick for the hosts but it was not enough.

Former Preston and Tranmere striker Ian Hume said after the game: "We're extremely satisfied. It's a tough to place to come as we know. These guys were top of the league last year. So it's a nice little victory and three points is three points."