Punjab FC secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. First-half goals from Samir Zeljković, Bede Osuji and Dani Ramírez put Punjab firmly in control.
Kerala Blasters managed to pull one back in the second half through Fallou Ndiaye, but it was not enough to change the outcome. The win lifted Punjab FC to fifth in the standings, while Kerala Blasters remained 13th. Samir Zeljković was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.