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

Bengaluru FC vs Punjab FC Match Prediction & Analysis

The Blues will welcome the Shers in Kanteerava stadium as both teams will look to keep their winning momentum after the international break. Both teams are undefeated till now in the Indian Super League and this will be a mouthwatering fixture for sure. 

Both teams will fight for the top spot and scoring goals against the Blues will be the most difficult task for Punjab FC as till now BFC haven’t conceded a single goal. The Blues are looking like a well-drilled team and other teams will try their best to beat them.

Current Standings: Bengaluru FC are placed at the top of the table with 10 points in four games, and Punjab FC are placed at second place with nine points in three games. 

Head-to-Head Record: Both teams have faced off five times in which, the Blues won twice and Punjab FC won once, while two matches ended in a stalemate.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Bengaluru FC Preview

The Blues are flying under Gerard Zaragoza as they are at the top of the table and are full of confidence. Slowly the fans are also back in good numbers to support BFC and surely they will make things difficult for the away team. 

In the last match against the Islanders, the Blues did get some chances to score but failed to convert defensively as well. They are looking solid at the back as till now they have not conceded any goals in the ISL. This fixture will be an intense one for sure as both teams are eying to stay undefeated. 

The Blues don’t have any injury concerns and all players will be available against Punjab FC. 

Key Player to Watch: (Vinith Venkatesh) - The youngster has already impressed everyone with his performance in the ISL. He is an academy graduate of BFC and fans are impressed with his impact on the field. With his flair and trickery, he is able to go past players with ease and is able to make a difference on the pitch. Even though physically he still needs to develop technically he is brilliant. Gerard Zaragoza has a lot of confidence in him. 

Stats That Matter - The Blues have had an average possession of 57% in their previous matches. They also have 11.8 shots per game till now and 4.5 corners per game. Sunil Chhetri is the top scorer from the team and Edgar Mendez and Vinith Venkatesh have scored one goal till now. On the defensive side, the team made 18.2 clearances per game and 3.2 saves per game. They have managed 12 tackles and 7.5 interceptions per game and conceded 0 goals in four matches.

Bengaluru Starting Lineup (4-4-2): G Singh Sandhu(GK); N Singh, A Jovanovic, R Bheke, N Poojari (Defenders); S Wangjam, P Capo, A Noguera, V Venkatesh (MIdfielders); E Mendez, S Chhetri (Forwards) 

Punjab FC Preview

Nobody expected the Shers to perform this way as they have won all three matches till now and are second in the table. They will face the first big challenge of the season when they travel to Bengaluru to face the Blues. 

There have been a lot of changes in the team as the coaching staff is also completely new, but the way they are performing on the pitch is just amazing. They have not compromised their style of play to get results and surely they will not compromise against the Blues. The Shers will be looking to get all three points to get to the top of the table.  

Key Player to Watch: (Nihal Sudheesh) - The boy from Kerala has adapted to his new club very well. In all three fixtures, he performed well and even the coach praised him for his performance. If he performs consistently he will surely get an opportunity in the National team. The youngster has pace and his dribbling is also decent. He is able to go past players and take on defenders in one-on-one situations. He is a confident player who likes to make an impact with his skills. 

Stats That Matter - Punjab FC have an average possession of 40.3% which is the second least from the bottom of the table.  They also have had 16.7 shots per game till now and 5.3 corners per game. Filip Mrzljak has scored two goals till now and Nihal Sudheesh, and Leon Augustine have scored one goal till now. On the defensive side, the team made 20.3 clearances per game and 1.3 saves per game. They have managed 13 tackles and 13.0 interceptions per game and have only conceded two goals in three fixtures. 

Punjab FC Starting Lineup (3-4-3): R Kumar(GK); I Novoselec, N Prabhu, S Meitei (Defenders); A Singh, F Mrzljak, V Rai, K Lhungdim (Midfielders); E Vidal, M Bakenga, N Sudheesh (Forwards)

BENGALURU FC vs PUNJAB FC
Winning Prediction

Both teams are expected to put up a fierce battle, making this a potential match of the season. Both have showcased impressive football, captivating fans from other clubs. Given their attacking prowess, a high-scoring affair is anticipated. However, the match could end in a draw, making it a potential value bet for those who believe in a deadlock.

We Predict a Draw (2-2)

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