Stanley Peter headed an all-important goal in the 25th minute on the cross of Abid.After facing goal, YMFC too geared up and launched a series of attacks in the rival citadel but the Rahul defenders thwarted their attempts.
Rahul were reduced to ten when Bhuvan Jerpot was shown second yellow card in the 80th minute. Rahul Bante (20th min) and Anurag Solanki (55th min) and Gagan Doifode (79th min) were also cautioned for their rough play.