Bengaluru FC vs Mohammedan SC, Indian Super League 2024-2025, Today Match Prediction

Bengaluru FC vs Mohammedan SC Match Prediction & Analysis

Bengaluru FC will face Mohammedan SC in a David versus. Goliath match at the Kanteerava Stadium on January 11 at 5 p.m. IST. The match will be crucial for Bengaluru, as they are coming off a defeat, a 2-1 loss to Jamshedpur, and another slip-up could cost them a chance to catch group leaders Mohun Bagan.

Mohammedan SC, on the other hand, will be confident in their ability to put up a fight against the Blues based on their previous two matches. In their last two encounters, they were able to draw 0-0 with Odisha and NorthEast.

Current Standings: The hosts with 8 wins, 3 defeats, and 3 draws are currently placed at the second position in the points table. Meanwhile, the visitors occupy the last position with 1 win, 4 draws, and 9 defeats. 

Head-to-head record: Both teams have been involved in a match only once in the ISL as Bengaluru FC emerged winners on that occasion. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Bengaluru FC Preview

In their recent clash at the ‘Furnace,’ Bengaluru FC seemed destined for victory, only for an 84th-minute blunder by Gurpreet Sandhu to flip the game on its head. In a twist of fate, Jamshedpur turned the tables, pulling off a classic Bengaluru-style late win to snatch all three points. Following the defeat, the Blues are now five points behind Mohun Bagan, who are in first position.

Bengaluru’s once-solid defense has crumbled alarmingly, conceding 19 goals in their last eight games—a stark contrast to five clean sheets they boasted in their first five. Their struggles were highlighted yet again against Jamshedpur, where sloppy defending and a costly Gurpreet Singh Sandhu error handed them another disappointing result. 

Bengaluru FC are ranked best in ball possession with 56.7%. They average 12.1 shots and 4.6 corners per game. Sunil Chhetri is the top scorer with 9 goals. Ryan Williams has also scored 5 goals this season. On the defensive side, the team makes an average of 18.6 clearances and 3.1 saves per game, the 5th best in the season. They have managed 13 tackles and 7.9 interceptions but conceded 1.35 goals per game.

Team News

The Blues head into the game with all fit and available, but caution is key as Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Rahul Bheke, and Jorge Díaz are all on three yellow cards. One more booking, and they’ll sit out the next match. 

Stats that matter

1. Bengaluru FC has conceded a goal in each of their last nine games.
2. The Blues may have a run of inconsistent results away from home, but at home they are yet to be defeated in seven games this season.
3. Sunil Chhetri tops the goal-scoring charts for the Blues with 9 goals.
4. Bengaluru FC have scored 35% of their goals in the period of 76-90.

Bengaluru FC Probable XI -  Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK); Nikhil Poojary, Rahul Bheke, Chinglensena, N Singh, S Wangjam, P Capo, Naguera, Ryan Williams, Chhetri, Diaz

Mohammedan SC Preview

The Black Panthers enter the Bengaluru clash with a surge of confidence, fueled by back-to-back inspiring performances that have reignited their momentum. Interestingly, the recent results were driven by the gritty defending we've come to expect from Andrey Chernyshov’s men all throughout the I-League— a quality that's been surprisingly scarce in this season's ISL.

Against NorthEast, Chernyshov's side truly stood tall. Despite being under constant pressure in Guwahati—where NEUFC piled on 25 shots—they held firm, securing a 0-0 draw and a crucial point that no one expected. No wonder why NorthEast's coach  was furious. After the final whistle, he stormed onto the pitch, ripping into his players. With 61% possession, an xG of 1.81, and 8 corners, they still couldn't break down MSC. 

Mohammedan SC are ranked 7th in ball possession with 48.8%. They average 13.0 shots and 5.1 corners per game. Mohamed Irshad, L. Fanai and Lobi Manzoki are the top scorers with 1 goal each this season. On the defensive side, the team makes an average of 19 clearances and 3.1 saves per game, the 6th best in the season. They have managed 16 tackles and 7.4 interceptions but conceded 1.57 goals per game.

Team News 

As of now, Joseph Adjei, the Ghanaian defender, has returned to training, but his involvement in the Bengaluru game is still in doubt. Meanwhile, midfielder Abdul Kadiri has been sidelined for the rest of the season.

Stats that matter 

1. Last two matches of Mohammedan have been clean sheets.
2. Mohammedan have now gone winless in their last 11 matches.
3. They have remained goalless in their last five matches.
4. Mohammedan haven't won in any of their last six away matches. 

Mohammedan SC Probable XI -  Bhaskar Roy (GK); Zoherlina, Chhakchhuak, Ogier, Laldinpuia, Chothe, Gomez, Irshad, Adison Singh ,Fanai, Franca/Manzoki

BENGALURU FC vs MOHAMMEDAN SC
Winning Prediction

This game may lack fireworks, with Chernyshov's disciplined side setting the tone, while Bengaluru will approach cautiously, still wary of their recent defensive lapses. However, given Bengaluru FC's home record (5W, 2D) coupled with Mohammedan's away struggles, one can assume Bengaluru FC to be the favorites to win this clash.

When it comes to the odds, Bengaluru are also favored. Bengaluru FC are tipped to win with odds of 1.45 to Mohammedan's 5.80, and a draw at 3.90.

Bengaluru FC to Win (2-1)

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