Mohammedan SC vs Odisha FC, Indian Super League 2024-2025, Today Match Prediction

Mohammedan SC vs Odisha FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Odisha FC, unbeaten after a tough run against three of the ISL 2024/25 top four teams in their last five matches, now face a seemingly struggling Mohammedan SC in their final match of the year this Friday. Will it be a stroll for Odisha or a surprise twist to end the year? Mohammedan will desperately hope for a change in fortune, but their grim nine-game winless streak hints that the odds are stacked against them once again.

Stats That Matter 

Mohammedan FC are ranked 7th in ball possession with 50.2%. They average 13.1 shots and 4.6 corners per game. Armando Sadiku is the top scorer with 8 goals. Iker Guarrotxena and Udanta Singh Kumam have also scored 2 goals each this season. On the defensive side, the team makes an average of 16.6 clearances and 3.4 saves per game, the 4th best in the season. They have managed 15 tackles and 7.1 interceptions but conceded 1.83 goals per game.

Odisha FC are ranked 5th in ball possession with 54.8%. They average 12.5 shots and 5.0 corners per game. Jamie MacLaren is the top scorer with 4 goals this season. Manvir Singh and Subashish Bose have also scored 3 goals each this season. On the defensive side, the team makes an average of 17.5 clearances and 3.6 saves per game, the 2nd best in the season. They have managed 14 tackles and 9.7 interceptions but conceded 1.54 goals per game.

Current Standings: Odisha is currently placed  at the 5th position in the table with just 19 points, while Odisha continues to languish at the last position in the table with 5 points from 12 matches.

Head-to-Head Record: This is the first meeting between the teams in the ISL. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Mohammedan SC Preview

Mohammedan's dismal ISL campaign hit a new low with a lackluster performance against a struggling Kerala Blasters side. In a match where the Blasters needed a boost, Mohammedan gifted them three goals — an own goal from goalkeeper Bhaskar Roy's misplaced save and two more from unmarked players in the box. It was a Christmas gift for the Blasters and a nightmare for Mohammedan fans.

Adding to their woes, Mohammedan's struggle with aerial duels was glaring, winning just 39% of them. This weakness invited Kerala Blasters to pepper their box with 22 crosses, exposing the defence further and underlining their vulnerability. 

The Black Panthers are enduring a dismal run, having gone winless in their last nine matches, including five consecutive defeats. Their offensive struggles are evident, having scored only three goals in this barren spell. Adding to their woes, they remain winless at home this season, with one draw and five losses. Meanwhile, Mohammedan SC's defense has been breached in each of their last five outings, leaving them vulnerable. Midfielder Mohammed Irshad is set to return to the starting XI after serving a one-game suspension.

Mohammedan SC Probable XI - Bhaskar Roy (GK); Ralte, Zoherliana, Chhakchhuak, Ogier, Chothe, Gomez, Irshad, Kasimov,Fanai, Franca

Odisha FC Preview

In contrast to Mohammedan, Odisha FC's season has gone from strength to strength. They have now gone five matches undefeated with three wins and two draws. Their latest triumph came against East Bengal, where they showcased resilience by overturning a one-goal deficit. Jerry and Hugo Boumous found the net to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory. 

Momentum is everything in football, and a long break can be a killer. Odisha last played on December 12th—15 days ago. While other teams are battling it out, they’ve been left in limbo, waiting to get back into action. Reflecting on the schedule, the coach said, "The gap is significant, but that's the reality. Complaining won’t change anything. When we return, it’s three games in seven or eight days—quite intense. Our focus is on finding solutions, not excuses."

Odisha FC has proven to be a potent attacking force this season, netting 25 goals, the second-highest tally in the league. Diego Mauricio has been a key contributor, accounting for seven of those goals. However, their offensive approach relies less on crosses, with 178 attempted crosses, the second-lowest in the league. Against the Black Panthers, they might need to explore alternative avenues to create scoring opportunities. Despite their crossing limitations, Odisha has enjoyed recent away success, having won their last two matches on the road.

Odisha FC Probable XI - A Singh (GK); J Lalrinzuala, Thoiba Singh, M Fall, Ranawadex Jahouh, H Boumous, L Khawlhring, Jerry Mawihmingthanga, Isak Vanlalruatfela Diego Mauricio

MOHAMMEDAN SC vs ODISHA FC
Winning Prediction

This clash marks the first meeting between Odisha and Mohammedan, leaving no head-to-head history to analyze. However, current form suggests a significant disparity. Odisha is enjoying a five-match unbeaten streak, while Mohammedan is grappling with nine consecutive losses. On paper, Odisha appears to have the advantage, but the time elapsed since their last match could introduce an element of unpredictability, making the outcome more uncertain.

In terms of betting odds, most platforms favor Odisha to emerge victorious. Odisha is the favorite with odds of 1.83, while Mohammedan is at 3.70, and a draw is priced at 3.60. An expected goals (xG) of 2.5/3 is anticipated for this match. 

Odisha FC to Win (1-2)

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