Odisha FC and NorthEast United FC draw goalless in ISL clash

NorthEast United FC and Odisha FC played to a 0-0 draw in an Indian Super League match at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Despite NorthEast United dominating much of the play and creating several scoring opportunities, they were unable to break through Odisha's defense.

Odisha goalkeeper Hrithik Tiwari was a standout performer, making multiple key saves, including efforts from Nikola Ninković and Alaaeddine Ajaraie. The match reached a dramatic climax in stoppage time when Odisha's Stephen Eze was penalized for a handball in the box. Alaaeddine Ajaraie stepped up to take the penalty, but his shot struck the woodwork, preserving the clean sheet for Odisha.

The result leaves NorthEast United at the top of the league table with seven points from three matches, maintaining an unbeaten start to the season. Odisha FC sits in eighth place with two points.