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

Chennaiyin FC vs Kerala Blasters FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Chennaiyin FC, desperate to break their six-match winless streak, gears up for a high-stakes Southern Derby against Kerala Blasters this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. IST.  Both teams come into this clash looking to bounce back from recent setbacks. The Marina Machans fell 2-0 to Goa, while their southern rivals suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to East Bengal. The last time these sides faced off, the Blasters dominated with a commanding 3-0 victory. 

Current Standings: Currently, Chennaiyin   is placed 10th in the points table with 18 points, while Kerala Blasters find themselves in 8th position with 21 points.

Head-to-head Record: Kerala Blasters and Chennaiyin FC share a fierce rivalry in the ISL, having clashed 23 times. Both sides are evenly matched, with 7 wins each and 9 draws. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Chennaiyin FC Preview

Chennaiyin's spark from their Mohun Bagan clash fizzled out as they crumbled 2-0 against a relentless Goan attack. Two early strikes sealed the deal, leaving the Marina Machans with a lackluster performance—just three attempts and not a single shot on target.

Reflecting on the team's performance, the coach admitted, “The first half was nowhere near good enough. We gifted FC Goa their goals, making it easier for them. The first goal was a simple take, and the second was completely avoidable.”

The defeat to the Gaurs extended the Marina Machans' winless run to six, leaving them 10th with 18 points from 18 matches, six off the playoff spots. While four of their last six games are at home, their dismal record of just one win in eight home matches dims hopes of a turnaround.

Team News 

Currently, the Marina Machans are in full strength, with no injury concerns or suspensions to worry about.

Stats that matter

1. Chennaiyin has recorded three draws in their last four league matches.
2. Chennaiyin FC have failed to score in their last two matches.
3. Chennaiyin FC have gone winless in their last three matches.
4. Chennaiyin FC scores 35% of their goals between the minutes of 46-60.
5. Wilmar Jordan is Chennaiyin’s top scorer with 8 goals. 

Chennaiyin FC Probable Starting Lineup - Nawaz (GK), Kotal, Elsino, Edwards, Laldinpuia, Hnamte, Nassiri, J Singh, Connor Shields, Yadwad, W Gil

Kerala Blasters FC Preview

After a three-match unbeaten run, the Blasters hit a bump, falling 2-1 to East Bengal in their recent outing. Danish Farooq's goal sparked some hope for the Blasters, but the two-goal deficit was too much to overcome. The visitors dominated possession early on, while the Red & Golds bided their time for counter-attacks. The Blasters, too predictable with their heavy reliance on Noah Sadaoui down the right, allowed East Bengal to exploit this weakness.

The defeat leaves the Blasters in 8th place, three points adrift of the playoffs, with tough challenges ahead. After facing Chennaiyin, they’ll have to take on Goa and Mohun Bagan—three crucial games for their playoff hopes.

Team News

Defender Aibanbha Dohling is back for the Blasters' upcoming clash, returning from a suspension after missing the last match due to a red card.

Stats that matter

1. Kerala Blasters FC have lost five  of their last six away games.
2. Kerala Blasters FC have received red in two of the last four  games.
3. Kerala Blasters FC score the vast majority of their goals in the period of 61-75.
4. Jesus Jimenez with 10 goals is Blasters’ top scorer for the season. 

Kerala Blasters FC Probable Starting Lineup - S. Suresh(GK); Drincic, P. Kotal, Ruivah, H. N. Singh, Lallawmawma, Coeff, Sadoui, Thingujam, Peprah, A. Luna

CHENNAIYIN FC vs KERALA BLASTERS FC
Winning Prediction

The odds are heavily against Kerala Blasters as they prepare for their clash with Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. In their last 11 visits to Chennai, the Blasters have managed just one win, suffering 5 losses and drawing 5 times. 

Despite their tough record in Chennai, Kerala Blasters will fancy their chances, especially given Chennaiyin's poor home form this season. Having already beaten the hosts earlier, the Blasters will head into this one as the favorites. Kerala Blasters are the favorites to win with odds of 2.44 against Chennaiyin at 2.62, with a draw at 3.35.

Kerala Blasters FC to Win (1-2)

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