Hyderabad FC vs NorthEast United FC, Indian Super League 2024-2025, Today Match Prediction

Hyderabad FC vs NorthEast United FC Match Prediction & Analysis

After back-to-back losses to East Bengal (1-0) and Mohun Bagan (2-0), NorthEast United are desperate to bounce back and reclaim their form. The stakes are high as they head south to face Hyderabad FC, a team also grappling with its own struggles, having lost four in a row. With both sides hungry for redemption, this Monday night showdown promises to be a high intense affair. 

Current Standings: At present, Hyderabad FC are placed 12th in the points table with 7  points from 11 matches, while NorthEast are placed 11th with 15 points from 11 matches. 

Head-to-head Record:  In their 10 ISL clashes, Hyderabad has dominated Northeast with an impressive 6-1 win-loss record, firmly asserting their superiority in this rivalry

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The ISL 2024/25 season has claimed another managerial casualty as Hyderabad FC and Thangboi Singto have parted ways. The decision came after a disappointing 1-0 loss to Chennaiyin FC, marking the end of a challenging tenure for Singto. Thangboi’s career ended with ISL stats: 3 wins, 6 draws and 24 defeats; with 2 wins, 1 draw and 8 defeats in the ongoing season. In the meantime, assistant coach Shameel Chembakath has been taken over as the new coach of the Nizams. 

Hyderabad FC head coach Thangboi Singto reflected on his team's performance following their loss to Chennaiyin FC, highlighting their slow starts and offensive struggles. Despite conceding early in the game against Chennaiyin, the Nizams managed only one shot on target in the whole game, validating Singhto’s points. 

"We need more experience in certain situations—restarting quickly, claiming fouls, and being sharper at the start of games," Singto admitted. He also emphasized the need for a tougher mentality, adding, "In football, you’ve got to fight for every ball. Creating chances isn’t enough if we can’t convert them."

The Nizams are currently experiencing a significant scoring drought, having failed to find the back of the net in their last four matches and five of their last six. Their overall tally stands at a meager seven goals this season, with Andrei Alba and Allan Miranda as their joint top scorers with two goals each. Adding to their woes, Hyderabad FC, alongside Mohammedan SC, remains the only team yet to secure a victory on home turf.

Hyderabad FC Probable XI - Jongte (GK) ; Manoj, Sapic, Saji, Rafi, Andrei, Adhikari, Ramlunchhunga, Goddard, Rabeeh, Allan Paulista/Correia

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The Highlanders' two-week break couldn't have been more timely. After back-to-back defeats—a narrow 1-0 loss to East Bengal and a 2-0 setback against league leaders Mohun Bagan—the team needed a reset. Once comfortably in the top half of the table, the Islanders find themselves at 8th place. The two-week break has given them ample time to recalibrate their strategies. With renewed determination, they’ll be eager to come out all guns blazing against the Nizams on Monday. 

Alaaeddine Ajaraie has been the Highlanders' talisman, topping the league charts with 11 goals and 4 assists. With the best xG/90 at 1 and a league-high 44 shots, his impact is undeniable. However, he'll be hungry to turn more of those chances into goals, and end his side’s goal scoring drought of two games.

The Highlanders are set for a boost with the return of captain Michel Zabaco from injury and midfielder Mohammad Ali Bemammer from suspension. 

NorthEast Probable XI - Gurmeet Singh (GK), Buanthanglun Samte,Zabaco, Akhtar, D Singh, Nickson, Bemammer, Albiach, Jithin, Ajaraie, Guillermo

HYDERABAD FC vs NORTHEAST UNITED FC
Winning Prediction

Hyderabad FC has long been a thorn in NorthEast United's side. Despite Hyderabad's struggles last season, culminating in a bottom-of-the-table finish, the Highlanders could only manage two draws against them. Remarkably, NorthEast's last victory over the Nizams dates back to 2019, when Hyderabad held onto a narrow one-goal advantage.

However, given Hyderabad's recent difficulties, including the departure of their coach, this might be the most opportune time for the Highlanders to finally break their winless streak against the Nizams. We believe this outcome is highly probable, considering the quality of both sides.

As for the odds, NorthEast are favored to win with odds of 1.73 compared to Hyderabad's 4.20, while a draw is priced at 3.75. Meanwhile, an expected goals (xG) of 2.5/3 is anticipated in this encounter.

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