In an electrifying encounter that had fans on the edge of their seats, Immortal Warriors FC staged a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Assam United FC 2-1 in a gripping match of the Assam State Premier League at Mirza Stadium on Saturday.
The game began with a surprising twist as Assam United took the lead in the 19th minute due to an unfortunate own goal, setting the tone for a tense first half.
Despite trailing at halftime, the Warriors regrouped and came out with renewed energy. Their persistence paid off when Aklend Barla brilliantly converted a chance in the 50th minute to level the scores. The match remained fiercely contested until the 86th minute, when Prince Hessa displayed remarkable composure and skill to score the winning goal, sending the Immortal Warriors’ bench and fans into celebration.
Statistically, the Warriors maintained a slight edge in possession at 55%, and dominated offensively with 14 shots—10 of them on target—while Assam United managed 10 shots with 7 on target.
The match was cleanly contested, with only one yellow card shown to an Assam United player and no red cards. Immortal Warriors stayed disciplined throughout and made effective use of their opportunities, especially in the dying minutes. With four corners and zero offsides, their tactical execution proved decisive. Played over 90 minutes plus 7 minutes of added time, this fixture will be remembered for its dramatic momentum shift and the Immortal Warriors’ fighting spirit.
The league is being live streamed on SportVot in association with FPJ.
