Jamie Maclaren lit up the stage of the Indian Super League with the first hat-trick of the season. The striker produced a stunning performance against Odisha FC, turning the match into a personal goal fest.
Right from the start of the season, comparisons had begun between Maclaren and Yussef Ezzejjari of East Bengal FC. Both forwards were locked in a race for goals. But Maclaren has now pulled well ahead.
The striker scored four goals against Odisha FC. In the process, he also registered the first hat-trick of this ISL season. With seven goals in four matches, he has moved comfortably ahead of Ezzejjari in the scoring chart.
Teammate Dimitri Petratos was full of praise after the match.
“This is not the first time he has scored so many in a game,” Petratos said. “He has done it before as well. Jamie loves scoring goals. I am really happy for him. And his goals are helping the team.”
Maclaren started the storm in the 14th minute. He completed his four-goal show in the 88th minute.
The Mohun Bagan Super Giant striker has looked lethal since the start of the league. With many matches still to come, fans will be eager to see what more magic comes from Maclaren’s boots.
