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

FC Goa vs East Bengal Match Prediction & Analysis

Goa gears up for a high-stakes rematch against East Bengal this Sunday at their fortress, Fatorda Stadium. After edging out a 3-2 thriller earlier this season, the hosts will look to replicate their winning magic and keep the home crowd roaring.

The Gaurs enter Sunday’s showdown after consecutive draws, including a stalemate against NorthEast United, while East Bengal, smarting from a narrow 1-0 loss to Mohun Bagan, seeks redemption and a much-needed revival. 

The Goa versus East Bengal rivalry has often been one-sided in the Indian Super League (ISL), but in their last encounter, the Red and Gold Brigade made things competitive, pushing the Goans to the limit in a thrilling 3-2 defeat. On the other hand, FC Goa will be aiming to replicate their double over East Bengal from last season, having won 1-0 at home and 2-1 away. However, with key players absent, this could create an opportunity for an upset, giving East Bengal a rare chance to claim victory.

Current Standings: Currently, Goa is placed 3rd  in the points table with 27  points, while East Bengal finds themselves in a precarious 11th position with 14 points.

Head-to-head Record: Both teams have played each other nine times in the ISL, with Goa owning a 6-1 win-loss record with two draws. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

FC Goa Preview

As history often repeats itself, FC Goa and NorthEast United played out yet another stalemate in their recent clash. Remarkably, it marked their 12th draw—the highest between any two teams in the competition’s history. Though the Gaurs have no such issues when they face East Bengal, boasting victories in 67% of their clashes against them, a record they’ll look to extend on Sunday.

The draw against NorthEast stalled Goa's momentum, leaving them just one point behind Bengaluru. However, with the Blues faltering currently, Goa has a golden chance to capitalize and make amends for their missed opportunity in the last match. 

Team News 

FC Goa will be without Sandesh Jhingan and Borja Herrera due to injuries, while Carl McHugh is also sidelined, serving a suspension after picking up his fourth yellow card of the season against NorthEast United

Stats that matter

1. Armando Sadiku is their top scorer for FC Goa with 9 goals.
2. Broja Herrera scored a hattrick in the last match against East Bengal.
3. FC Goa are unbeaten in their last nine games.
4. FC are unbeaten in their last four home games (W, W, W, D).
5. Their xG of 1.81 is the best in the league for a team at home. 

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

East Bengal Preview

With Goa missing key players, especially Borja Herrera, the hero who humbled East Bengal last time, the Red and Gold Brigade have the perfect chance to turn the tables and stake their claim in a rivalry that's long been ruled by the Goans. However, to seize this opportunity, East Bengal must shake off their habit of conceding early, like they did against Mohun Bagan recently, or like in the game against  Goa, when they found themselves 2-0 down within the first 20 minutes.

East Bengal's biggest hurdle this season has been their chronic disciplinary issues, often leaving them vulnerable. It was evident in their clash against Mohun Bagan, where Saurav Chakrabarti saw red in the 64th minute. This was their seventh red card of the season, the most by any team, underlining their struggles with discipline. 

Team News 

East Bengal will be without the services of Saurav Chakrabarti, who is suspended, leaving them short-handed for the crucial clash.

Stats that matter

1. East Bengal have managed to win only once at home this season.
2. The Red and Gold Brigade are winless in their last three matches.
3. East Bengal scores 44% of their goals between 46-60.

East Bengal Probable XI - Gill(GK), Lalchungnunga, Maher, Anwar Ali, Lakra,Yuste, Vishnu Puthiya, Thounaojam, N.Kumar,  C Silva,  Diamantskos.

FC GOA vs EAST BENGAL
Winning Prediction

FC Goa is favored to win according to some of the most bookmakers out there. FC Goa is favored to win with odds of 1.67, while East Bengal's odds are 4.00, and the odds of a draw are 3.75. FC Goa are unbeaten in their last five head to head matchups against East Bengal and are currently on a 9 match unbeaten run and its hard to bet against the inform team. We are backing the home team FC Goa to win. 

FC Goa to Win (1-0)

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