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

FC Goa vs Chennaiyin FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Having dropped points in back-to-back matches, Goa is back on track with a crucial win and is ready to keep the momentum rolling. They’ll be looking to make a statement when they take on Chennaiyin FC at the Fatorda Stadium this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. IST. 

Despite a late red card, Goa held firm to secure a 1-0 victory over East Bengal, never letting go of their early lead. Meanwhile, their opponents dug in with a staunch defence, earning a hard-fought 0-0 draw against the current group leaders. Expect the Marina Machans to put forth a similar show in the upcoming clash against the Goans.

 Current Standings: Currently, Goa is placed 2nd in the points table with 30 points, while Chennaiyin finds themselves in 10th position with 18 points.

Head-to-head Record: FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC have faced each other 29 times in the Indian Super League (ISL). FC Goa leads the head-to-head match-up with 16 wins, while Chennaiyin FC has secured 9 victories, and 3 matches have ended in draws.

TEAMS PREVIEW

FC Goa Preview

After a string of two draws, FC Goa bounced back to victory, reclaiming second place in the points table with their eighth win of the season. However, the real talking point of the match was Armando Sadiku’s red card in stoppage time for a foul on East Bengal's Hijazi Maher. Missing a key player like Sadiku would have been a blow for the Gaurs in their upcoming match. Thankfully, after FC Goa appealed, the AIFF Disciplinary Committee overturned the decision, downgrading it to a yellow card, ensuring Sadiku will be available for their next game.

Armando Sadiku might have been the standout for Goa this season, but Brison Fernandes is quietly stealing the spotlight. In their recent victory, it was Brison’s match-winning goal that sealed the deal, and with six goals to his name in the ISL, five of them have come in the last five games.

Team News 

Goa will have to face the challenge without Sandesh Jhingan and Borja Herrera, both sidelined by injuries. But there’s a silver lining—Carl McHugh is back after serving a suspension for accumulating yellow cards. 

Stats that matter

1. Armando Sadiku is their top scorer with 9 goals. Also, scored a goal against Chennaiyin early this season.
2.FC Goa are unbeaten in their last 11 games.
3. FC Goa are unbeaten in their last four home games (W, W, W, D, W). 

FC Goa Probable Starting Lineup  -Tiwari (GK), Thangjam, Jinghan, Odei, Sangwan, Drazic, Tavora, Nestor Albiach, Fernandes, Yasir, Sadiku

Chennaiyin FC Preview

In what was quite an uneventful matchup, the Marina Machans held the group leaders Mohun Bagan to a goalless draw. In fact, it was Chennaiyin who came agonizingly close to breaking the deadlock when Wilmar Jordan Gil carved out space in the box and rattled the woodwork. Late in the second half, skipper Ryan Edwards had a golden chance to seal the game with a free header from Connor Shields' perfect cross, but he shockingly sent it wide. Nevertheless, the Marina Machan's had many positives in the clash. 

Chennaiyin’s defense showcased remarkable resilience, standing firm against one of the league’s most potent attacking units by reducing them to mere 2 shots on target. Thanks mainly to the defensive lineup led by the former Bagan captain, Pritam Kotal, on his debut, brought leadership, versatility, and a warrior’s mentality that the team desperately needed. Last  but not least, on a night when others faltered, Connor Shields stepped up, creating four chances, delivering nine crosses, and completing 12 of 15 passes, proving his class yet again.

Team News 

Left-back Laldinpuia, fresh from serving his suspension during the Bagan clash, is set to reclaim his spot in the starting XI, likely replacing Dakshinamurthy. His return promises a boost to Chennaiyin's defense. 

Stats that matter

1. Chennaiyin FC are winless in their last five ISL games (D, D, D, L, L)
2. Chennaiyin FC are averaging 1.35 goals per game this season. 
3. In the 9 away games played, Chennaiyin FC scored 15 & conceded 15 goals. 

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

FC GOA vs CHENNAIYIN FC
Winning Prediction

Given Chennaiyin's success in containing Bagan with a robust defensive strategy, a similar approach can be anticipated against FC Goa. Notably, the previous encounter between these teams also concluded in a draw (2-2). 

Furthermore, Goa has recently been involved in several draws, suggesting a tightly contested match at Fatorda. However, Goa's home dominance remains significant, with convincing 4-1 and 2-1 victories in their last two home matches against Chennaiyin. Predicting the outcome of this match is challenging. Most bookmakers favor FC Goa to win, with odds of 1.78 compared to Chennaiyin's 4.10, and a draw at 4.05. We are backing the home team FC Goa to win this fixture. 

FC Goa to Win (2-1)

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