Chennaiyin FC vs FC Goa, Indian Super League 2024-2025, Today Match Prediction

Chennaiyin FC vs FC Goa Match Prediction & Analysis

Marina Machans will welcome the Gaurs to Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in a few days. Chennaiyin FC will be confident after an amazing win over NorthEast United FC away from home as they came back from a goal down to beat the Highlanders by 1-2. 

On the other hand, FC Goa lost to the Islanders at Fatorda and Manolo Marquez expressed his frustration in the Press conference. This fixture will be a mouthwatering clash for sure as whenever these teams have faced each other fans have been impressed by the quality of the game. 

Current Standings: The Marina Machans are placed at the sixth spot with seven points and the Guars are sitting at eighth place with five points. 

Head-to-Head Record: During the last 28 meetings, Chennaiyin FC have won 9 times, there have been 2 draws while FC Goa have won 17 times. The goal difference is 60-43 in favour of FC Goa.

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Not many people expected Owen Coyle’s men to win against the Highlanders away from home but they did beat them but also came back from a goal down to defeat them in a fashion. This win over the Highlanders was a statement from the Marina Machans to other ISL teams.  Fans can expect a much better Chennaiyin FC against the Gaurs. The home team did prepare in the international break and played friendly matches to improve themselves. Against the Gaurs they will go all out to win the fixture. They don’t have any injury concerns going into the match. 

Key Player to Watch: (Lucas Brambilla) - This is the first season of the Brazilian in the Indian Super League and already he has impressed everyone with his performance on the field. He came in as a replacement for Rafael Crivellaro and has not disappointed the fans. With his trickery and flair, he can beat opponents and can create goal-scoring chances for himself and his teammates. Against the Gaurs, he will play an important role for Marina Machans to get a good result.  

Stats That Matter: Chennaiyin FC have an average ball possession of 48.8%. They have taken 17.8 shots per game which is the highest in the league and 7.0 corners per game. Till now they have scored six goals, Farukh Choudhary and Jordan Gil have scored two goals each for the team. On the defensive side, they have made 14.0 clearances per game and 2.8 saves per game. They have made 17 tackles and 8.2 interceptions per game. They have conceded five goals in the league. 

Chennaiyin Starting Lineup (4-1-4-1): S Mitra (GK); MR Desai, R Edwards, PC Laldinpuia, A Mukherjee (Defenders); L Hnamte; I Yadwad, C Shields, LP Brambilla, F Choudhary (Midfielders); W Gil

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FC Goa Preview

The Gaurs are not able to perform as well as they did in the previous season under Manolo Marquez. They are conceding goals very cheaply and are not able to perform well on the pitch. The defence will be a major concern for the coaching staff as they are dropping points very easily.  The good news is that their star defender Sandesh Jhingan is back and most p probably will be available for the upcoming match. This will be a must-win game for the Gaurs who are under a lot of scrutiny from the fans. All players will be available for the match. 

Key Player to Watch: (Armando Sadiku) - When the Albanian was signed from Mohun Bagan, the fans expressed their unhappiness on social media but Sadiku has already proved everyone wrong as he has scored five goals till now and is the top scorer in the league. He is a proper poacher inside the penalty box who can score goals out of nowhere. He is someone who always gives his best on the pitch and is a player who can help his team to get a good result. Sadiku will be a big test for Chennaiyin FC’s defence. 

Stats That Matter: FC Goa have the second-highest average possession in the league, 58.4%. They have taken 15.8 shots per game and 5.6 corners per game. Till now they have scored second highest goals in the league i.e. 9 goals, Armando Sadiku is the top scorer with five goals and Borja Herrera has scored four goals. On the defensive side, they have made 14.0 clearances per game and 2.4 saves per game. They have made 14 tackles and 7.0 interceptions per game and have conceded 10 goals in the league. 

FC Goa Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1): L Kattimani (GK); A Sangwan, J Gupta, Odei, U Singh (Defenders); C McHugh, R Borges; B Singh, B Herrera, B Fernandes (Midfielders); A Sadiku (Forward)