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

Jamshedpur FC vs Kerala Blasters FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Jamshedpur FC is ready to bounce back from last week’s narrow loss to East Bengal (1-0) as they prepare to host Kerala Blasters. Determined to turn heartbreak into triumph, the Men of Steel are geared up for an intense clash against the team from the South, who are coming on the back of a convincing triumph over Mohammedan SC by 3 goals to nil. 

The much-anticipated clash kicks off at 7:30 p.m. IST this Sunday at the iconic JRD Tata Complex, marking the first showdown between these teams this season.

Current Standings: Jamshedpur FC is currently positioned 8th in the points table with 18 points, whereas the Blasters are placed 10th with 14 points. 

Head-to-head Record: Kerala Blasters leads 5-3 in 16 matches, with 8 ending in draws. The matches btw these to have been close with margin of wins being marginal. 

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Jamshedpur FC Preview

After back-to-back home victories against Mohammedan (3-1) and Punjab FC (2-1) in consecutive games at home, the Men of Steel stumbled once more on the road, falling 1-0 to East Bengal. The defeat wasn’t just about the scoreline—it was the lacklustre performance that stung the most. Outplayed in every department, they managed just two shots on target and rarely threatened. A promising-looking streak now overshadowed by another away-day disappointment.

Fortress at the ‘Furnace’

The Men of Steel may struggle on the road, but at the ‘Furnace,’ they’re an unstoppable force. With five wins in six home matches and an ongoing two-game unbeaten streak, they’ve turned their fortress into a nightmare for visitors. Impressively, 15 of their 18 points this season have come from their dominant displays at home, proving they thrive where the heat is hottest.

It's a battle of the Javis at JFC—Siverio vs. Hernandez. While other Indian players bring flair to the game, it’s hard to ignore that most of the club’s best plays run through one of the two Spaniards. Whether it's Siverio's sharp—3 goals in the last 4 games—or Hernandez's creative spark, the duo remains pivotal.

Stats that matter

With 4 goals, Javi Siverio is Jamshedpur’s leading scorer in the season. With an xGA of 1.73—2.01 xGA at home (the most by a team this season)—the Men of Steel have conceded 22 goals in 11 matches.A win on Sunday might propel them to the fourth position in the points table. 

Jamshedpur FC are ranked worst in ball possession with 41.5%. They average 13.8 shots and 4.0 corners per game. Javier Siverio is the top scorer with 4 goals. Jordan Murray and Javi Hernandez have also scored 3 goals each this season. On the defensive side, the team makes an average of 24.6 clearances and 4.5 saves per game, the best in the season. They have managed 16 tackles and 9.6 interceptions but conceded 2 goals per game.

Jamshedpur Probable XI - A Gomes (GK); Sarangi, P Chowdhary, S Eze, M Uvais, S Das, Irshad Khan, Hernandez, Tachikawa, J Siverio, M Sanan

Kerala Blasters FC Preview

While their Sunday rivals stumbled to defeat, the Blasters delighted their fans with a much-needed win at home, dismantling a hapless-looking Mohammedan side 3-0. It was a much-needed morale boost for the new coach and the fans amidst the turmoil surrounding the club off the pitch.

 Despite their recent win, the Blasters remain 10th in the table with a shaky record of 4 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses. Up next is a tough away clash against Jamshedpur, where their struggles on the road loom large—three straight defeats with 11 goals conceded.

Defensive woes aside, the Blasters shine in attack, thanks to their talisman, Jesús Núñez. The Spanish striker has netted 9 of their 22 goals this season, proving to be their driving force. As they head into the Jamshedpur clash, all eyes will be on Núñez to deliver once again. 

Stats that matter

The Blasters have conceded the second highest number of goals (24) this season. Blasters have lost six of their last eight matches in the league.They have only won one game this season away from home. They score the vast majority of their goals in the period of 61-75.

Kerala Blasters FC are ranked 4th in ball possession with 55.2%. They average 14.1 shots and 5.6 corners per game. Jesus Jimenez is the top scorer with 9 goals this season. Noah Sadaoui has also scored 5 goals this season. On the defensive side, the team makes an average of 15.6 clearances and 1.8 saves per game, the worst in the season. They have managed 17 tackles and 11.2 interceptions but conceded 1.84 goals per game.

Kerala Blasters Probable XI - S. Suresh(GK); Shaheef, P. Kotal, Drincic, S Singh, Lallawmawma, Sadoui, Mohanan, Bhat, J. Jiménez, A. Luna

JAMSHEDPUR FC vs KERALA BLASTERS FC
Winning Prediction

The battles between these two sides have always been nail-bitingly close, with head-to-head stats showcasing tight scorelines like 1-1, 3-2, 1-0, and 2-2. Rarely has there been a decisive margin, as most encounters are separated by just one goal. This time, it promises to be no different—a fiercely contested affair with little to choose between them. However, with both teams in attacking form, we anticipate a high-scoring thriller, perhaps a 3-2 result that captures the essence of this intense rivalry.

Meanwhile, according to the odds by some of the prominent betting sites, Kerala Blasters are marginal favorites due to the overall head-to-head stats. Blasters are the favorites to win with odds of 2.41 against Jamshedpur's 2.70, and a draw at 3.75.

It's a tough decision—do you go with the tight head-to-head stats or Jamshedpur's dominant home record? Both have their merits, but in these situations, a draw seems like the most likely outcome. We predict a high-scoring draw!

We predict a Draw (2-2)

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