ISL 2017, Match 20: FC Goa vs Kerala Blasters FC, 5 Talking Points

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The victorious Goa team (Image: ISL)

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FC Goa and Kerala Blasters were part of a thoroughly enjoyable seven-goal thriller in Saturday's only ISL 2017 match-up.

The Gaurs eventually won the game 5-2 and registered their third win in four games as a result.

Here are the major talking points from tonight's unbelievably delightful match!

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#1 Dimitar Berbatov limps off inside the first five minutes

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Berbatov limped off early in the game

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Just when you thought Kerala's star man was beginning to find his feet in the Indian Super League, Dimitar Berbatov's appearance against FC Goa came to an abrupt halt. After a disappointing couple of games, the Bulgarian finally came to life against Mumbai City FC.

He operated as a deep-lying playmaker and tonight once again, Berbatov started the match just ahead of the back four. Expectations were sky high but Kerala's fans were in for a rude shock when he limped off the pitch after just three minutes of football had been played.

He seemed to have pulled his hamstring and his reaction did not paint a pretty picture at all. The Blasters will be hoping he isn't out of action for too long. They need him and his services, he could prove to be a vital creative outlet.

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