BAMBOLIM, Oct. 28 -- Team Herald [emailprotected]

Punjab FC made a winning start to their All India Football Federation Super Cup 2025-26 campaign by defeating Gokulam Kerala 3-0 at the Bambolim Stadium, here, on Monday. All three goals came in the first half. The Shers struck early in the second minute when Muhammad Suhail's cross deflected off Gursimrat Singh and went in. Nikhil Prabhu made it 2-0 with a header from a corner in the 11th minute, and Princeton Rebello added a third just before the break. Gokulam's night worsened when Trijoy Dias was sent off for a reckless high boot. From the outset, Punjab FC looked sharper, more composed, and determined to make a statement. The history between these two clubs, who were once fierce riva...