Pune, Jan 3: Hosts Pune FC rallied from a goal down to defeat Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan 2-1 in a 13th round I-League clash at the Balewadi Sports Complex here today.
The visitors, who took the lead in the 22nd minute through striker Odafa Okolie, were made to pay for their over-dependence on the Nigerian by an outfit that played as a team.
Indian striker Jeje Lalpeklua restored parity for the hosts in the 36th minute with the two teams tied 1-1 at half-time.
Eleven minutes into the second half, Lester Fernandes struck the decisive goal to turn the game in Pune FC's favour.
The victory takes Pune FC to 22 points from 13 matches, while Bagan stay two points ahead from same number of matches.
