CHENNAI: Bipin Singh netted a match-winning brace as Mumbai City rode their luck at times to record a crucial 2-0 win over Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League clash at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Friday. After opening the scoring in the 71st minute, Bipin sealed the deal in the first minute of stoppage time for Mumbai, who picked up their third straight victory.
The Islanders moved to second on the table and are tied on points - 31 - with table toppers Odisha in the race to the League Winners Shield. Chennaiyin are ninth with 15 points. CFC started the game by playing high-pressing football. Rafael Crivellaro combined well with forward Rahim Ali to win possession in the midfield. However, the hosts were guilty of not taking their chances.
